Antique Western Apache/Yavapai Figural Basket

Offered here for your consideration is an antique western Apache/Yavapai figural basket. This coiled basket features a center dark patterned star woven outward surrounded by deer and star motifs and stepped geometric patterns in dark brown. The rim is finished with a wide devil's claw brown band. The Apache people were known as superior basket makers after learning new techniques from the Yavapai during the late 1800s, which they quickly adopted and adapted. Apache baskets are striking with strong contrast in color and bold geometric or pictorial (less common) motifs. They are on a three rod foundation with wraps of willow and Devil's Claw (for contrast). These baskets are highly sought after and getting harder to find. Consider this one for your collection now! 
MAKER: Once known Apache basket weaver.
APPROX AGE: Antique. 
SIZE: This basket measures 19 inches across x 3 3/4 inches deep. 
CONDITION: Good for its age with normal wear and fading expected. Please look closely at the pictures as they are an important part of our description and are hereby incorporated into the description, specifically with regards to condition.