Basket
Object number2005.50.13
Date1987
Mediumwood/nails/cord/glue
Credit LineGift of Slovenian Heritage Association
DescriptionWooden backpack basket. Plank base nailed onto woven basket, rounded handle extending on top. White cord comes out of back to form two shoulder straps. Basket designed for use by child.Dimensions8 x 9 x 9 in. (20.3 x 22.9 x 22.9 cm)Historical NotesPurchased in Slovenia by a member of the Slovenian Heritage Association. Used by the organziation at their group events and in their displays at the Pittsburgh Folk Festival. Baskets like this one would be used in Slovenian domestic life, e.g. to carry agricultural products. See file for more info on SHA.Label TextIn Slovenia, baskets like these are used at harvest time to carry agricultural products. The smaller basket, worn like a backpack, would be used by a child.
Related person
Terry Stefl
Related institution
Slovenian Heritage Association
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