Pine Needle Purse Basket Tenerife Lace Oval Hinged Artesian Gladys Ellis Cape Cod Probable Mattapoisett 7 x 5 x 4.5 inch, 18 Inch Handle As shown, pine needle purse basket very probably the style of Gladys Ellis Native American made. Pine needle hinges, olive green Taffeta Lined, possible original glue that held the taffeta in place visible inside (not outside). 8 large Indented Tenerife Lace designs surround the outside. Pine needle ring on pine needle ball closure. Owner's very special honeymoon gift ( remained unused) in the later 1940's. Enlarge all pics for details and ask any questions.
I would try to give it to the tribes museum. I have an open toped basket similar to yours, from a native Makah elder who has since passed away. So I am thinking about doing the same up here
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