Vintage Tohono O’odham Flower Coiled Basket Tray

Updated August 25, 2026

Traditional Tohono O’odham Native American handwoven coiled basket tray from the Sonoran Desert region of Southern Arizona. Measuring approximately 10" in diameter x .75" tall, this shallow basket features tightly executed concentric coils with a bold dark geometric design radiating from the center against a natural cream-colored ground. The basket is characteristic of traditional Tohono O’odham basketry, constructed from natural desert plant fibers using a labor-intensive coiling technique. The light-colored weaving is consistent with prepared yucca, while the contrasting dark brown to black design is consistent with devil’s claw, a material traditionally used by O’odham basket weavers. The outer edge is finished with a wrapped rim that complements the handmade construction. Its dramatic five-part radiating design incorporates stepped geometric elements sometimes described in Southwestern basketry as flower, squash blossom, step-fret, or rain-inspired motifs. Because traditional designs and their meanings can vary by individual weaver and community, the exact symbolic interpretation of this pattern is not definitively identified. A beautiful example of Tohono O’odham basketry, Papago basketry, Native American coiled basket weaving, devil’s claw and yucca basketry, Arizona Indigenous art, Southwestern Native American baskets, Sonoran Desert basketry, and vintage tribal art. Preowned vintage condition with natural variations and age-related wear to the plant fibers. Please review photos carefully for details and condition. Measurements: Approx. 10" diameter x .75" tall Weaver: Unknown

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