Object Record
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Metadata
Object Name |
Basket |
Collection |
Lambton Heritage Museum Collection |
Accession number |
LHM 2023.014 |
Catalog Number |
LHM 2023.014.001 a - b |
Description |
Woven split ash basket (a) and lid (b) resembling a strawberry. a) Round basket. The basket tapers in size towards the base and is comprised of strips of split ash that have been woven together. The strips of ash have been dyed a bright red colour. There are a series of loops around the exterior of the basket, arranged in vertical lines that appear to mimic strawberry seeds. b) Round lid with a prominent band around the edge. The lid of the basket is comprised of strips of split ash that have been woven together. The strips of ash have been dyed a bright red colour. The rim of the lid is adorned with a series of loops to mimic strawberry seeds. On top of the lid, there is a large loop made from a strip of split ash dyed a dark green colour. Four wide strips of green split ash have also been woven into the basket, underneath the handle. The ends of these pieces have been cut into a point. Each piece resembles a leaf that appears to protrude from the center of the lid. |
Provenance |
This bright red strawberry basket was made by Spencer Lunham in 2023. The unique design and beautiful colours are one of his trademarks. Lunham is a third generation traditional basket maker from Kettle and Stony Point First Nation. In the 1990s, his Uncle Rocky taught him everything he needed to know about gathering, pounding, and splitting splint. At that time, he earned a living selling splint to elders across southwestern Ontario. He comes from a family of basket makers, including his grandmother Gladys Lunham. With the help of his Aunt Faye, he began the journey to learn basket making. In recent years, Lunham recognizes the important of keeping the tradition alive amongst his people and has been teaching classes. |
Dimensions |
H-11.5 Dia-19.5 cm |
Inscription Type |
Signature |
Inscription Technique |
Pen and Ink |
Inscription Location |
Under lid (b) |
Inscription Text |
S. Lunham Jr. 23 KP |
Artist |
Lunham, Spencer Jr. |
Search Terms |
Basket Split Ash Kettle and Stony Point First Nation Weaving |
People |
Lunham, Spencer Jr. |
On Display Starting |
2023-06-02 |