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Native American Aleutian Islands Lidded Basket

Currency:USD Category:American Indian Art / Art - Baskets Start Price:40.00 USD Estimated At:60.00 - 80.00 USD
Native American Aleutian Islands Lidded Basket
Fabulous Native American Aleutian Islands Lidded Basket, measures 3'' x 7'', the small ring in the back which keeps the lid attached to the basket is broken, nice tight weave, FYI: ''The Aleutian Islands are a chain which extend into the Pacific Ocean from the tip of the Alaskan Peninsula. The Native people who inhabit the Aleutian Islands are known as Aleuts, however they call themselves Unangan which means ''Original People.'' The Aleuts are also known for making elegant baskets. Today, Aleut baskets are considered to be among the finest in the world and are sought by both collectors and museums.''