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VERY FINE Early Native American Yavapai or Apache Basket — Circa 1900

Currency:USD Category:Western Americana Start Price:2,000.00 USD Estimated At:3,000.00 - 4,000.00 USD
VERY FINE Early Native American Yavapai or Apache Basket — Circa 1900
Property being sold is not new! Dents, dings, scratches and other damage may be present—and is common—on used and vintage items. Items are available for preview well in advance of the auction and we take several pictures as well. Please inspect thoroughly PRIOR to bidding. Once auctioneer says “SOLD” Buyer assumes all responsibility for items.
Description: This is a very fine and well-woven old Yavapai or Western Apache basket. It almost feels like clay when you hold it! The decorative pattern has a kind of a whirlwind type pattern with deer and dog tracks and other geometric shapes incorporated into the whirlwind. To top it off, there is a star in the center. We cannot say enough about the quality of this rare old basket, when you see it in person, you will know what we're saying. Maker: Unknown maker, but it appears Yavapai or Western Apache in origin. Approx. Age: Antique, Circa 1900. Size: Measures 14-1/2" wide X 4-3/4" deep. Condition: Really good for its age with minimal wear and minor imperfections expected. Please look closely at the pictures as are an important part of our description. Shipping: There will be a $10 handling / packaging fee for shipping this lot. The actual cost of postage will be added on top of that. BUY IT NOW: If you would like to buy this item now without waiting for the auction to end (this option is only available up to 48 hours before the auction starts to close), the “Buy it Now” price is the high estimate of this lot. If you would like to end the auction early and pay the high estimate (plus applicable fees), please contact us by phone or email and reference this lot.