Baskets

This unique, vintage Hopi coiled basket with Kachina face design has an intentionally unfinished end for additional detail.   The owner of this collection is a decades-long resident of the Southwest and an avid collector of authentic Native jewelry, pottery,...

This vintage Hopi coiled basket is woven with a Mudhead design.  Dimensional details are added on the front to give the Mudhead a face and a rattle. DETAILSArtist: unknownTribal Affiliation: HopiSize: 7 1/2" diameterMaterials: yucca stems and leavesCondition: Excellent condition-...

Vintage Ute coiled basket is made of sumac and willow.  The black and red pattern is achieved using aniline dyes.  The artist and age of this basket are unknown. DETAILSArtist: unknownTribal Affiliation: UteSize: 12" diameter x 2 1/2" deepMaterials: sumac...

This small lidded trinket basket is made of bear grass and spruce root by an unknown Makah artist, ca. 1920. DETAILS:Artist: unknownTribal affiliation: MakahSize: 4 1/4" diameter x 2 1/2" tallMaterials: bear grass and spruce rootCondition: from a private collection...

Wonderful Papago coiled basket with The Man in the Maze design.  Some say this design represents your journey through life.  Beautifully done. The owner of this collection is a decades-long resident of the Southwest and an avid collector of authentic...

This extra large vintage Native American Hopi sifter basket is woven with yucca leaves in a simple diamond design. These baskets are distinguished by their bold and sometimes colorful designs, along with their weaving patterns. The owner of this collection...

This vintage Hopi Second Mesa coiled basket is tightly woven with a beautiful black and brown geometric design.  Woven from bear grass and yucca. The owner of this collection is a decades-long resident of the Southwest and an avid collector...

This vintage Hopi Second Mesa coiled plaque basket is tightly woven with a black star design.  Woven from bear grass and yucca with a small hanging loop on the back. The owner of this collection is a decades-long resident of...

This vintage Hopi Second Mesa coiled plaque basket is beautifully crafted with a black cloud design.  Woven from bear grass and yucca with a handle on the back to hold while dancing. The owner of this collection is a decades-long...

Vintage Tohono Oʼodham (Papago) Split Stitch Basket - beautiful authentic Native American basket. DETAILSArtist: UnknownTribal Affiliation: Tohono Oʼodham (formerly called Papago)Size: 13 5/8" DiameterMaterials: Beargrass and yuccaCondition: From an estate- please see the photos

Small, decorative Apache burden basket with leather hanging strap and tassels tipped with tin cones by Apache artist Doranna Via.  Includes a picture of the artist with the basket. Apache burden baskets are made from available materials such as willow...

This basket is an example of the traditional geometric designs used by the Wounaan and Embera Indians in their baskets.  They are also known for their intricate pictorial designs. The Wounaan and Embera Indians inhabit one of the world’s last...

This basket is an example of the traditional geometric designs used by the Wounaan and Embera Indians in their baskets.  They are also known for their intricate pictorial designs. The Wounaan and Embera Indians inhabit one of the world’s last...

Authentic Native American Navajo pitch-covered water jar with horse hair woven handles by artist Iris Chief.  DETAILSArtist: Iris ChiefTribal Affiliation: NavajoSize: Materials: Condition: From a private collector, excellent condition for age SSB2

Authentic Native American Navajo pitch-covered water jar with horse hair woven handles by artist Iris Chief.  DETAILSArtist: Iris ChiefTribal Affiliation: NavajoSize: Materials: Condition: From a private collector, excellent condition for age SSB2

Vintage Native American Tohono O'odham (Papago) deep coiled basket with a blossom pattern. Made from devil's claw, yucca root and yucca leaves . Ca. 1990s DETAILSArtist: UnknownTribal Affiliation: Tohono O'odham (Papago)Size:  8 1/4" diameter x 2 3/4" deepMaterials: devil's claw,...

This small vintage Native American Hopi sifter basket is woven with yucca leaves in natural and purple dyed strips. These baskets are distinguished by their bold and colorful designs, along with their weaving patterns. DETAILSArtist: Dorleen GashweseomaTribal Affiliation: HopiSize: 8"...

Vintage Native American Tohono O'odham (Papago) small coiled basket with a turtle design. Made from devil's claw, yucca root and yucca leaves . Ca. 1990s DETAILSArtist: UnknownTribal Affiliation: Tohono O'odham (Papago)Size:  6 1/4" diameter x 1 3/4" deepMaterials: devil's claw,...

Small, vintage Papago coiled basket with a star pattern.  Papago baskets are typically sewn with willow (light color) and devil's claw (black) over a base of split cattail reeds. DETAILSArtist: UnknownTribal Affiliation: PapagoSize: 9 1/4" diameter x 2 1/4" deepMaterials:...

Large, vintage Santa Clara woven wickerwork basket, made from red willow. The owner of this collection is a decades-long resident of the Southwest and an avid collector of authentic Native jewelry, pottery, basketry and other handmade art. ARTIST: unknownTRIBAL AFFILIATION:...

Beautifully woven small oval Tohono O'odham (Papago) basket with handle. Vintage. DETAILSArtist: UnknownTribal Affiliation: Tohono O'odham (Papago)Size:  4 3/4" long x 3 1/4" wide x 4" high, including handleMaterials: devil's claw and yucca leavesCondition: from a private collection, excellent condition...

Small, rounded, coiled basket with a zig zag design. Tohono O'odham (Papago) Tohono O'odham baskets were first made for everyday purposes- storing materials, helping with harvesting, transporting heavy goods, and gathering food. These baskets are made with natural materials that...

This nicely woven vintage Native American Ho-Chunk basket is made from splint ash. Ash is a strong and flexible material, making it an ideal source for baskets. The Ho-Chunk people used these baskets for everyday purposes and decorative purposes. DETAILSArtist:...

Hualapai split sumac basket in a deep bowl shape.  Made by an unknown weaver, ca. 1900. DETAILSArtist: UnknownTribal Affiliation: HualapaiSize: 3 1/2" high x 5 1/2" diameterMaterials: split sumac Condition: from a private collection - very good condition for age, colors...