Antique Native American Indian Makah Basket Woven Bottle Early 20th Century

  

This is a Native American basket-woven bottle, likely a Makah or Nootka piece from the early 20th century. Measures: 12" tall x 3 1/4 wide x approximately 1" top opening. Handmade by the Makah tribe in the United States, this unique piece of cultural history is a testament to the craftsmanship and artistry of Native American tribes.

The intricate design and skillful construction make this basket a valuable collectible item for those interested in Native American culture and artifacts from the early 20th century. The basketry is woven over a glass bottle, a form of acculturation and adaptation of Native American art. It features polychrome banded designs in natural and dyed vegetal fibers. Similar items have been attributed to the Nootka, Makah, Yurok, Karok, or Hupa tribes of the Pacific Northwest and Northern California regions. These items are considered collectible antique Native American artifacts.