Featured Basket with step pattern

I recently acquired this little gem and was hoping to find out where it is from.
It is 4" high and is 6" across. The base is 4" across. Very neatly woven.

 

this guy says Washoe....... but I can't confirm...

https://www.ebay.com/itm/266530335067

 

https://www.invaluable.com/auction-...basket-washoe-tribe-circa-19-383-c-7532c72e84

another that points towards Washoe........

 

Wonderful basket! (Although too bad about the stain.)

I believe it was made by a Washoe weaver (Native American, Great Basin region - California Nevada).

Compare the technique (single rod coil, decorated with redbud) with this one at Bonhams -


https://www.bonhams.com/auction/25505/lot/169/a-washoe-polychrome-basket/

And the start as shown on this one (though the older tradition of close stitching on bundles coil) -

https://www.johnmoran.com/auction-lot/a-fine-washoe-basket_31ACE16D23

 

yes...the start is always key !!!

 

Probably dates to the 1920s-1950s.

 

"...the start is always key !!!" Know nuthin' about baskets but that's an interesting thought. I'll keep it in mind as I learn more.

Debora

 

Oh boy, I did a little dance!
Can the stain inside be removed - by a professional of course?

 

no telling what made it........so best to leave it be..

 

ditto

 

Understood.