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Basket

Myer Myers

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Silver basket with a handle, featuring a diamond and floral pattern throughout. The basket's base and lower body have a lattice design. A decorative fringe borders the top edge. The handle is made of twisted silver. The basket's body is rounded with a fluted edge. A small foot supports the basket. The background is grey. Title: Basket Artist: Myer Myers

Artwork details

Date:
1770–76
Medium:
Silver
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
599 × 437 px
Museum record:
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