Native American Tlingit Polychrome Basket
Lot: 3074
Circa 1915.
The straight sided vessel woven with a wide band of geometric designs in low relief of false embroidery, in shades of orange, red, pale green, sage green, dark green, yellow, pale brown, dark brown. The base woven with a band of dark brown.
Approximate dimensions: 6 1/4 H. x 8 Diameter.
Provenance: From the Bay Area Collection of Eddy Barton.
Condition: Very good condition, minor irregularities to upper rim, as made. Dirt, dust and faded surfaces.
Eddy Barton (1937-2024) was an expert in Native American basketry, specializing in works from tribes in the western United States. He first became interested in Native American culture growing up photographing petroglyphs and pictographs on hiking trips with his father in California. Graduating from UC Berkeley in the 60s, Eddy spent the next 60 years studying and collecting baskets and other artifacts. He generously shared his knowledge with the public and volunteered as an appraiser for several charities. In 2007, Eddy was honored to be ceremonially adopted by the Lakota Sioux during a celebration of the legacy of Chief Spotted Tails daughter at Fort Laramie, Wyoming. He would take great pleasure in knowing that pieces of his beloved collection are finding new homes with those who appreciate the art and traditions of the Native American people he so admired and respected.