Native American Basket : Hopi Wicker Plaque : Basket 23

In the Northeast area of the Navajo Reservation you will find the Hopi Reservation. Within the Hopi Nation are three mesas which serve as home to the Hopi. The Hopi have continually lived on the Third Mesa since 1150 AD. Using materials found locally - rabbit brush, yucca, sumac, dune brush, willow, and galleta grass.

Women of the Third Mesa are known for their plaques - shallow trays used for ceremonial meals, and burden baskets. These wickerwork baskets have the most color with vibrant combinations of red, brown, black yellow, white, green, and pink. They can be found with nature, Kachina, and geometric designs.

Hopi Baskets are recognized for their quality and beauty.

Basket 23 : Hopi Wicker Plaque
Flat Tray: Eagle Design
circa 1900s
12″ diameter

Fully insured shipping, or see it in person at the gallery in Sonoita by appointment. Call 520-455-5020.

New to Navajo weaving? The gallery's journal explains the regional styles, Churro wool, and how to care for and hang a rug. Read the articles or watch the videos.