Basket c. early 20th century

This basket was made by Indé, an Apache artist. The woven design immediately draws your eye towards the center, with its tight coil of dark fibers from which radiating, equally-spaced dark shapes emerge. The overall structure, with its concentric circles and symmetrical layout, evokes ideas of harmony and balance. The contrasting dark and light fibers are not merely decorative; they create a visual rhythm. The geometric patterns challenge the idea of art needing to replicate nature. Instead, the artist uses simple shapes to convey meaning. It is through these careful arrangements and the interplay of line and shape that the basket achieves its visual impact. Ultimately, the basket's form serves not only an aesthetic function but also as a carrier of cultural expression.