G870 SHENANDOAH VALLEY OF VIRGINIA PAINTED STAVE-TYPE WOVEN-SPLINT BASKET, white oak, the circular form with X-wrapped rim, kick-up to bottom, and arched handle. Retains an old blue/green-painted surface. Probably by one of the Nichols family of basketmakers, Page/Rockingham Co., VA. Late 19th/first quarter 20th century.
13 1/2 all, 7" H to rim, 11 1/2" D (rim).
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