Description: This basket comes from the Baggara Arab tribe. The Baggara Arabs are a nomadic people of mixed Arab and indigenous African ancestry living in Chad and Sudan, with small minorities in Nigeria, Cameroon, Niger, Central African Republic and South Sudan. This lidded basket or utilitarian container is hand made from tightly woven natural wicker and leather with the lid that covers the top opening, with the side carrying strap. This is genuine antique ethnographic artifact and estimated to be from the 19th Century. Truly one of a kind, rare and fine museum piece. In the closeups you can see the superb fineness of the weave of this basket. Condition: In good antique condition commensurate with genuine age and use, sturdy and strong, with some soiling and abrasions. Please see all images for details. References: Basketry, A World Guide to Traditional Techniques, Thames & Hudson, p. 48. A woven basketry with hide and skin. Please see the last 2 photos. Size: 17" inches long; Diameter of top opening is 4.5".Weight: 1.89 lbs/pounds (30.26 oz/ounces; 858 gr). Shipping: Please check Shipping details section for delivery options and prices. We ship insured and tracked UPS Ground and USPS Ground and Priority. You'll be able to select the best suitable option at checkout. We also combine postage for multiple lots. Please check our other top quality items and feel free to contact us with any questions. Thanks for looking!
Price: 295 USD
Location: Panama City Beach, Florida
End Time: 2024-11-16T06:49:36.000Z
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Handmade: Yes
Culture: Arab
