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Basket

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Brown woven basket, titled "Basket" by an unknown artist. The basket has a wide mouth and a narrow base with four short legs. The body of the basket is cylindrical and features a repeating pattern of woven lines and shapes. A handle is attached to the side, and the rim is made of thicker, twisted material. The background is light gray.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Bamboo and rattan
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
468 × 624 px
Museum record:
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