Northern California, c. 1900-1950. A finely woven twined basketry hat, probably Yurok or Karok, measuring approximately 6 1/2" x 3 1/2"; fine condition, one formative separation to bottom (see image, taken in full sun - do that to yours!) but not separated; slightly mis-shapen, can easily be reshaped. Excellent Provenance; from the personal collection of a noted anthropologist, a Museum Curator, and the author of several titles on American Indian Baskets; might have been published; alm ...click for details
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