Ahousat Woven Basket by Elsie Robinson Appraisal

Category: Indigenous Art/Craft

Ahousat Woven Basket by Elsie Robinson

Description

Hand-woven basket with handles, featuring intricate geometric patterns and a central motif of an eagle or thunderbird design. The basket exhibits bands of natural fiber colors interspersed with dyed fibers in red, green, and brown. Attributed to Elsie Robinson, Ahousat nation.

Appraisal Report

This is a beautiful example of a basket woven by Elsie Robinson of the Ahousat nation. Her work is highly collectible and sought after. The condition appears good from the image. Works by notable Indigenous artists like Robinson command higher prices in the market.

Appraisal Value

200-400