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Nest of Three 19th Century Signed Nantucket Lightship Baskets
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Nest of three Nantucket lightship baskets, the swing handles, staves and the ears ( which attach the handle to the basket) are all carved from oak. The bottoms are made from pine and each are stenciled with the maker's mark, "R Folger Maker Nantucket Mass." Rowland Folger (1803-1883) is considered one of Nantucket's first makers of lightship baskets. His baskets are very durable and were definitely used as utilitarian.These three baskets were discovered in an attic, where they were living for the last 90 years, hence why they are in ner mint condition after being made 160 years ago.
- Creator:Rowland Folger (Weaver)
- Dimensions:Height: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)Diameter: 8 in (20.32 cm)
- Style:Folk Art (Of the Period)
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- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1860
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Nantucket, MA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1375233363402
Rowland Folger
Rowland Folger was an American folk art artist, weaver and designer, born in 1803. He used hand-woven oak, brass and cane as the primary materials to create his artwork.
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