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Rare Antique Bahamian Straw Woven Folk Art – Nassau Bahamas – Dated 1934
One has the strap detached. Please see photos.
Offered is an unusual and highly collectible pair of handwoven Bahamian straw pieces, accompanied by an original handwritten provenance note reading approximately “Nassau, Bahamas / March 4, 1934 / From Emily to Jean.”
Handcrafted from natural straw/palm fiber with intricate circular weaving, contrasting gray/blue woven accents, decorative looped edging, and braided straw cord. The pieces show considerable age, character, and handmade variation.
Date: 1934 inscription/provenance
Place: Nassau, Bahamas
Material: Natural straw/palm fiber
Style: Bahamian folk art / traditional strawcraft
Condition: Antique condition with age-related discoloration, fraying, loose fibers, wear and areas of separation. Please examine all photographs carefully.
A fascinating piece of early Bahamian tourist/folk craft with unusually strong provenance. Would make an excellent addition to a collection of Caribbean, Bahamian, maritime, or folk-art objects
