Basket #1 Tarahumara?

Discussion in 'Antique Discussion' started by drg642, Sep 4, 2026 at 11:02 AM.

  1. drg642

    drg642 Well-Known Member

    Hi all,
    Got a few baskets I have questions about. Will do a separate post for each. Trying to make sure my descriptions are accurate and to rule out anything special, which I don't think these are.
    Thank you for any help!
    This one is about 3.5 inches wide and 2.5 inches tall. From what I've seen on-line, I believe this is a small Tarahumara pine needle covered container, nice but not a lot of monetary value. Can anyone confirm or correct my description?

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    drg642, Sep 4, 2026 at 11:02 AM
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  2. 2manybooks

    2manybooks Well-Known Member

    This is a typical basket made by the Tarahumara, who call themselves Raramuri. Most probably made of sotol (Dasylirion wheeleri) or beargrass (Nolina species).
     
    2manybooks, Sep 4, 2026 at 12:04 PM
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  3. drg642

    drg642 Well-Known Member

    Thank you!
     
    drg642, Sep 4, 2026 at 12:12 PM
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  4. drg642

    drg642 Well-Known Member

    The sharing of your detailed knowledge is much appreciated!
     
    drg642, Sep 4, 2026 at 12:32 PM
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  5. 2manybooks

    2manybooks Well-Known Member

    You're welcome
     
    2manybooks, Sep 4, 2026 at 12:48 PM
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  6. komokwa

    komokwa The Truth is out there...!

    maybe not big value........ but damn , that's a lovely basket !!!!!!
     
    komokwa, Sep 4, 2026 at 1:45 PM
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