A Selection of Basketry from the Philippine Collection

large basket made of wicker and split bamboo; De Laoag stamped onto it.

carrying basket used to transport rice, made of split cane and wood, twill tech. long board with two baskets on either ends.

wide mouth basket w/ square base, thick bamboo handles, most likely used to carry food home from the fields (labba basket). split bamboo, twilled & wicker tech.

round plaited tray w/ built-up sides and plaited coil as base; used to serve rice or sweet potatoes to 2+ people

twilled rattan platter, large

round plaited tray w/ reinforced sides; used to a) winnow rice, b) dry legumes, coffee beans, rice in sun, c) serve cooked food (rice, meat)

sq base w/ round rim, bulge in center

split cane wicker basket w/ decorative weave, sq base and round top; for general storage personal objects

small mouth basket but expands at center, narrows to a square base. handles on all 4 sides, rope thru two of handles. split cane, wicker tech.

plaited basket with lid. bottom w/ reinforced sq base and round rim. top w/ round rim and squared edges and wood detail across. lid attached to base at opposite ends. used to carry cooked food to field for lunch.