Mattapoiset Long Leaf Pine Needle & Raffia Basket Purse Bag 1940s - Rare Collector’s Master Weaver Piece

Early Vintage Mattapoisett Basket, likely by Gladys Ellis, Mid 20th Century, a hand-crafted basket modeled after a Nantucket purse, having a flat oval “clamshell” lid hinged above an oval body, made of hand-stitched longleaf pine needles and raffia in braided and lace-like arrangements. Satin interior, Handcarved and varnished wooden barrel bead & satin braid loop closure, oak and brass footed base. 11x7x6” In absolutely excellent condition. There is no damage to the exterior. Age staining on the interior satin can be seen in photos.