Miniature basket c. 20th century
tohonooodhampapago
product studio photography
natural stone pattern
circular oval feature
pottery
wood background
stoneware
ethnic pattern
warm toned
united-states
regular pattern
round circular shape
This small, intricately woven basket, crafted by Tohono O'odham (Papago) artists sometime in the 20th century, showcases the traditional skill and artistry of this Native American tribe. The basket's lid and body feature geometric patterns, showcasing the use of natural materials and weaving techniques passed down through generations. The basket, now part of the Minneapolis Institute of Art's collection, exemplifies the Tohono O'odham's cultural heritage and their mastery of basket-making, a vital aspect of their daily life and artistic expression.
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In the early 1900s, many Euro-American women traveling through the Southwest region of the United States became infatuated with miniature Native American baskets, and some became avid collectors. Native women basket makers responded to this demand by creating ever-smaller baskets, utilizing the same harvesting, processing, and coiling techniques as those for personal use. Creating tightly woven, tiny baskets in an expanding range of designs and styles for their new clientele required the same levels of expertise and knowledge—but perhaps even more dexterity and skill.
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