Object Details
Artist
Ira Blount
Caption
This egg basket is made of round reeds woven in a plain weave. A God’s Eye design made of wood splint connects the handle to the basket. Artist Ira Blount inscribed his initials and the number “87” (probably the date) inside the handle. This basket showcases his ability to make highly uniform, precise, and intricate designs.
After moving to Washington, DC following World War II, Ira Blount mastered dozens of artisanal crafts. His love for crafting, learning, and community engagement would endure over the course of his long life and career.
Cite As
Gift of Ira Blount
Date
late 20th-early 21st Century
Accession Number
2011.0004.0011
Restrictions & Rights
CC0
Type
basket
Medium
reed, wood splint, coating
Dimensions
4 3/4 × 4 7/8 × 5 9/16 in. (12 × 12.4 × 14.1 cm)
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Data Source
Anacostia Community Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
acm_2011.0004.0011