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Western Mono bottleneck basket

Offered by: Marcy Burns American Indian Arts LLC

Description
The Western Mono were exceptional basket weavers. Living in the Sierra Nevada region and migrating seasonally while following game, they traded with the Foothill Yokuts. The coiled baskets of both groups are similar, utilizing similar weaving materials and weaving similar designs. However, the Mono wove in a leftward direction while the Foothill Yokuts wove to the right, and the Mono sometimes incorporated a vertical design. Mono bottleneck baskets often have concentric bands of rattlesnake design.

This Mono bottleneck basket is very finely woven. It has 21 stitches per inch and 8 coils per inch.

ex: Marcy Burns Collection; Private Collection

More Information

Origin:	United States, California
Period:	1900-1919
Materials:	coiled out of sedge and dyed bracken fern on a grass foundation
Condition:	New. excellent condition with a few stitches as is common in a basket of this age
Creation Date:	1900-1920s
Styles / Movements:	American Indian, Modern
Patterns:	Geometric, Handmade
Dealer Reference #:	B0994
Incollect Reference #:	412332

Dimensions

H.	3 in;	Diam.	6.375 in;
H.	7.62 cm;	Diam.	16.19 cm;

Message from Seller:

Marcy Burns American Indian Arts LLC, located at 520 East 72nd Street in New York City, specializes in antique American Indian basketry, textiles, pottery, and jewelry, including Native American and Classic Designer pieces from Taxco, Mexico. With over 30 years of experience, Marcy Burns offers expert consultation, appraisals, and full warranties on the objects it sells. Reach them at 212-439-9257 or info@marcyburns.com.