Gorgeous Large c. 1900 American Splint Basket in Best Old Paint (Inside and Out) feather trimming There is no mark on

There is no mark on this old catcher's mask that I can find

and from what I've learned about these is also the mark of an accomplished maker--as if that wasn't already clear

but certainly another ladle can be used

Riders sit about 6" tall measured up from base

I am no expert on "spirit " photograph

Gorgeous Large c. 1900 American Splint Basket in Best Old Paint (Inside and Out) feather trimming There is no mark onI'm always eyeing old painted splint baskets, and this is the one I've been waiting for, just gorgeous, painted inside and outside and underneath too, and in what is pretty much perfect antique condition. I think the paint could be described as sort of a creamy mustard like mustard mixed with mayonnaise:) From the estate of the late Charles Cotterill, an avid collector and former mayor of Maysville, Kentucky. Approx 15 3 4" in diameter x 6 1 2" tall