Penobscot Paula Thorne Large Pumpkin Basket Athabascan Indian A number of bas relief

A number of bas relief shapes adorn the surface of the tusk

and seal float

Pendant is 2 1/8 inches high including bail x 9/16 inches wide

RAE and TEX are hand engraved on the back of the pin

Penobscot Paula Thorne Large Pumpkin Basket Athabascan Indian A number of bas reliefPenobscot Paula Thorne Large Pumpkin Basket A handsome pumpkin basket, woven by Penobscot artist Paula Love Thorne, in the shape of a pumpkin. While we have seen many miniature pumpkin baskets, this one is a step up and has a much larger presence. The basket is in very good condition, with the exception of one split in a green leaf. 7 3 4 inches high, including stem, x 5 1 2 inches in diameter