(2) Antique Woven Splint Hand Baskets with Wood Handles. 

Condition: Commensurate with age. Some broken pieces. 

Sizes: 18 1/2 x 15 x 14 in. 12 x 10 x 9 in. 

Splint baskets are traditional handwoven containers made from thin, flat strips of wood—usually ash, oak, or maple—that are carefully prepared, split, and smoothed to create strong yet flexible weaving material. Commonly associated with Native American, Shaker, and early American craft traditions, these baskets were prized for their durability and versatility, serving practical purposes such as carrying crops, storing goods, or gathering herbs. The weaving techniques often included decorative patterns or colored splints, blending function with artistry. Today, splint baskets are admired not only as utilitarian objects but also as expressions of cultural heritage and skilled craftsmanship, often collected as folk art or used in rustic and historical décor.

Commensurate with age. Some broken pieces. 

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