Sold for:
$10,073
$10,073
Penobscot Basswood Woven Carrying Bag, c. late 19th century, made from basswood inner bark, with diagonal plaited and braided weave, the flap and carrying strap constructed the same as tumplines, 15 1/2 x 15 in. Provenance: "Owned by Francis Stanislaus"; Dr. Frank T. Siebert Collection. Exhibitions: Uncommon Threads, Wabanaki Textiles, Clothing, and Costume, Maine State Museum, May 2009 May 2010. Literature: Illustrated in Uncommon Threads , Bruce J. Bourque and Laureen LaBar, 2009, p. 48; American Indian Art magazine, Summer 2004, p. 70.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2011-09-24
