The nice, honest example of a truly utilitarian basketry water bottle having integral horsehair ties woven in the basketry retaining make-do leather strap remnants salvaged from an old belt and secured with native tanned ties. A canvas covering secured by pine pitch remains on the base, the interior is so thoroughly sealed with pitch that this basket weighs 4 pounds and 3 ounces compared to the much larger 17-inch Apache olla in this auction which weighs 2 pounds and 9 ounces. Again, this is an authentic example with very good polish and warm, mellow patina.

Measures 12.25 x 11 x 11 inches.

Provenance: A private inherited collection originating 40-plus years ago in Nebraska.

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Very good condition throughout, no damage, repair or heavy wear.