Baskets like this one were often used to gather and transport small items like eggs, peas, and beans. Children were often give the chores of collecting eggs and picking vegetables in the garden. This basket is made of thin pieces of wood, called splints, which have been woven together.

Gathering Basket
Bibliographic Information:
Basket, 1850, splint, H: 10 x W: 7 1/2 x D: 11 in.The Farmers’ Museum, Cooperstown, New York, Gift of Mrs. Cora Perkins, F0072.1978.