Art
Sweetgrass Basket - Elephant Ear Form
- Item Number
- 166
- Estimated Value
- 350 USD
- Leading Bid
- 227 USD
The winning bid will go to FrontStream Global Fund (tax ID 26-3265577), a 501c3 nonprofit organization, which will send the donation to Folk Art Society of America (tax ID 541415937) on behalf of the winner.
- Number of Bids
- 27 - Bid History
Item Description
This elephant ear style sweetgrass basket was created by Ruth Wright of Mount Pleasant, SC. Just down the street from The Jasper, at the historic U.S. Post Office and Courthouse at 83 Broad Street, youÂll meet sweetgrass basket artist Ruth Wright. She is a familiar face to those who adore the local sweetgrass markets and her handwoven baskets have been admired by locals and visitors for decades. Ruth inherited the artistry from her grandmother, Elizabeth Wilson, who showed her how to weave baskets when she was young, passing down the craft that her family has preserved through generations in Charleston. Ruth proudly carries on her grandmotherÂs old woven loop handle technique in some of her designs. Her creations include crosses, small bowls, drink coasters and bread baskets, which are her most popular goods. Five days a week, Ruth interacts with locals and tourists who stop and admire her variety of art at the popular intersection known as the Four Corners of Law.
Item Special Note
7.5 inches tall, 10 inches wide.
Donated By:
Alexander Patrick
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