Philippines Ifugao Reed and Bamboo Square Lidded Storage Basket
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Directory: Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Southeast Asian: Folk Art: Pre 1920: Item # 1458056
Directory: Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Southeast Asian: Folk Art: Pre 1920: Item # 1458056
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$245.00

Circa 1980, Philippines woven reed and bamboo storage basket crafted by the Ifugao people of the Luzon Cordillera range in the Philippines. Known for their craftsmanship in basketry both Ifugao men and women engage in basket making. Created for everyday use, head baskets like this were used in the fields to collect rice or sweet potatoes and then to store, keeping perishables dry. In excellent condition, it measures 13.5" square by 6" high.