5231-054 Pima Miniature Oval Basket with Handle
Early 20th Century
Size .625" H x 2.75" L x .75" W w/ .625" H Handle
Hand Woven Long Skinny Basket with Golden Tan Background and Dark Brown Geometric Design with Handle in the Middle
In Very Good Condition with Slight Warp in Shape
The Pima Miniature Tray Bowl Basket is a type of finely crafted Native American basketry item from the Pima (Akimel O'odham) people of the American Southwest, particularly Arizona. These baskets are renowned for their intricate coiling techniques, geometric patterns, and cultural significance. They often blend functional forms like trays (flat, shallow) and bowls (deeper, rounded) in miniature sizes, making them collectible art pieces rather than everyday utility items. Pima baskets are typically woven using natural materials such as willow for the foundation and devil's claw for dark accents, creating bold black-and-tan designs.
Provenance: From the Len and Toni Wood Private Collection, Laguna Beach, California