Antique Papago / Pima Figurative Basket with Women and Dogs stoneware lidded crock is the wit of many

is the wit of many of those who signed it

from the finished glass legs on their backsides

extending as if offering two hands to shake

late 19th century I believe

Beautifully proportioned and in excellent condition

Antique Papago / Pima Figurative Basket with Women and Dogs stoneware lidded crock is the wit of manyI've looked at a fair number of Papago and Pima baskets, but have not seen another combining women and dogs, and really, what could be better! Early 20th century I believe, this and another I have just listed were found in the attic at a Boston estate, and are both are really stunning. On this one, the design on the exterior mirrors the design on the interior, and the wrapping on the lip alternates between a very dark brown and a lighter, almost gold