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Collection of Three Papago Wheat Stitch Baskets

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:75.00 USD Estimated At:250.00 - 500.00 USD
Collection of Three Papago Wheat Stitch Baskets
Included in this lot is a collection of three Papago Indian wheat stitch baskets. The Papago Tohono O'odham (People of the Desert) are located in Arizona and are known for their weaving skills. These baskets feature tight weaving of yucca and bear grass. All three of these baskets are coiled and woven into a traditional pattern of simplicity. The smallest basket measures 4 1/2" by 1 1/2"; the medium sized piece measures 6 5/8" by 1"; and the largest piece measures 8" by 2".