Very rare vintage woven basket that was originally purchased in 1998 from Natalie Linn who is well known as a basketry expert. Basket is from Maidu that is in the Northern California, Sierra Nevada region. Basket has beads swirling all around the basket. “Native American basket weaving is an ancient and sacred craft with deep historical roots in daily life and ceremony. Baskets were essential for practical purposes like storing food, carrying water, and transporting goods, while also serving ceremonial and cultural roles.” Baskets need to be tightly knit that it can hold liquids. Outer basket measures 3 1/4 inches in length and width and is 1 1/2 inches tall.
