basket (containers)

Carrying basket made of cane wickerwork, with a rectangular base. The sides flare to a wide, oval rim. A woven plant fibre strap is attached to the inside of the rim on one side, and there is a detached length of string inside the basket.

Label: Old black display label with handwritten text in white.

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