375: NAVAJO WEDDING TRAY AND TLINGIT BERRY BASKET

The two examples the second quarter of the 20th century, as shown, are offered as one lot.
Tray is 13 inches, basket is 5.5 x 7 inches.
Very good condition, noting typical fade of the fugitive red on the Navajo example.
Provenance: The estate of Morton and Estelle Sosland.In Kansas City, the Sosland family name is synonymous with both giving, and the arts. Of their many contributions to the community, 'The Soslands gave one of the nation's finest private collections of American Indian art to the Nelson-Atkins' museum (nelson-atkins.org). The content of this auction bears testament to their keen eye and varied interests. No property has been added; each lot here originates with the Sosland family and sells without reserve.
$300 - $400