A Group of Tutsi Prestige Basketry
Rwanda
First half, 20th century
Grass and other plant fibers, natural dye, coiling technique
Height, left to right: 7 1/4”; 8”; 9 1/2”, 7” (18.5; 20; 14; 17.5 cm)
Fine basketry containers (agaseke or igiseke) of large and medium size, for prestige display and storing personal finery, beadwork, pipes, tobacco, and grains in elite households
Price for the group: $3,500 (also available individually)
