Antique storage basket from the Akha tribe in Thailand. A finely woven rattan basket that was originally used to store tea leaves, it has a top and bottom which connect to close up the basket. This tribal Asian basket has a dark brown weathered finish.
Found in Thailand
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Specifications
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Material: Finely woven rattan with fitted lidded closure
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Dimensions: 15.5"DM × 7"H
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Origin: Antique; Akha tribe tea-storage basketry tradition; rattan, Thailand
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Era: Antique
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Condition: Very good condition for its age; beautiful age-worn patina, may show loose strings or weaves consistent with use
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Special Detail: Fitted top and bottom sections that connect to seal the basket closed; originally used for storing tea leaves
