Tsimshian "ALASKA" Basket with Fluted Rim phillipines Montoya was one of the

Montoya was one of the original seven artists responsible for the "San Juan Revival" in the 1930's

Each panel is 1 1/4" long and 5/8" wide

There is a 3/8" tear at the bottom of the print about a quarter way in on the left side

The basket is in great condition and will show well in a display of baskets and other Native American art

Tsimshian "ALASKA" Basket with Fluted Rim phillipines Montoya was one of theThis is a wonderful basket. It has an organic shape, reminiscent of flower buds, or seed heads, with its undulating top. A very Victorian shape. It has "Alaska" woven across the body in very large ornate letters. It really makes a statement. And it is in excellent shape. H. 5 "; D. at rim 7" c. 1910 #8385