Basketry

Basketry filled a vital need as containers for storage, domestic use and transportation of goods. Some had multiple uses; others were made for specific functions. After European contact, used for trade and sale items. Forms have been altered to meet European tastes. Basketry making was and is a women's art.

domestic

2 ply twining; z-twist; inner circle of design on top in alternating z-twist and s-twist; false embroidery in centre.

Flat circular woven mat. Decoration consists of five concentric circles distributed from the centre to the edge and bottom. Diagonal spirals between the third and fourth rows.