Jeffrey S. Evans & Assoc., Inc.
Live Auction

March 21, 2024: Americana - Day Two

Thu, Mar 21, 2024 09:00AM EDT
Lot 1371

SOUTHERN APPALACHIAN WOVEN-SPLINT BASKETS, LOT OF TWO

Estimate: $50 - $80
Sold for

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $10
$200 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000

SOUTHERN APPALACHIAN WOVEN-SPLINT BASKETS, LOT OF TWO, white oak, comprising a stave-type elongated boat form with end loop handles, lashed horizontal rib above the plaited weaving covering the rim hoop, "80" penciled to one handle, probably the original price; and a rib-type wall basket of elongated form with arched handle. Each retains its original dry, natural surface. Circa 1930. 5 1/4" HOA, 4 1/2" H rim, 18" x 5 1/2" OA; and 6" HOA, 3" D, 12 1/4" LOA.

Condition

Boat-form in excellent condition with some scattered minor breaks; wall basket with losses, primarily at the rim.

From a Virginia private collection.
Boat form: Purchased at Hillsville, VA, 1987.