Tohono O’odham Owl Basket – 1950s Papago Pima Figural – Vintage w/Removable Head for Sale

Tohono O’odham Owl Basket – 1950s Papago Pima Figural – Vintage w/Removable Head For Sale

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Tohono O’odham Owl Basket – 1950s Papago Pima Figural – Vintage w/Removable Head:
$199.00

This vintage 1950s Tohono O’odham (Papago/Pima) owl basket is a beautifully crafted figural form featuring a removable head, tight coiling, and expressive mid‑century character. Made from traditional desert materials such as yucca, bear grass, and devil’s claw, these owl baskets are among the most beloved examples of Southwest Indigenous basketry.

The removable head fits neatly atop the body, completing the owl’s silhouette and giving the piece a charming, lifelike presence. Highly collectible and increasingly scarce, especially in this era and condition.

Details
Tribe/Origin: Tohono O’odham (Papago/Pima)

Era: 1950s vintage

Form: Figural owl basket with removable head

Technique: Coiled basketry

Materials: Natural desert grasses, yucca, devil’s claw

Style: Southwest Indigenous, folk art, mid‑century

Use: Display, collection, cultural décor

Condition:Like New

A rare, expressive figural basket — a standout piece for collectors of Native American basketry and mid‑century Southwest folk art. Related Items: