Basket
Leather-lined basket marked "D-H," Church Family, Mount Lebanon, NY
Description
Square base to circular rim. Black ash splint. Uprights 3/8" - 3/4" wide, and weavers 3/8" - 1/2" wide. Double grip "ear" handles, 5/8" wide at widest point, double notched and come down on the outside (possibly machine made). Split rim with double lashing. Interior lined with dark leather that is tied onto area directly below rim; an area about 1" long below rim that lacks weavers. Lining comprised of multiple leather pieces roughly sewn together; 2" wide cleats (three on bottom).
Notes
Used to carry chips and kindling for stoves to and from the Dwelling House.
New York Mount Lebanon Church Family
