Miscellaneous, Basket, Burden Basket, Handwoven, Paiute, Vintage 20's - 30's, 1111BEAUTY IS A BURDEN Burden bags are very recognizable artifacts of the Native American culture, and this handwoven Paiute specimen is a vintage find from the 20s to 30s. Crafted from willow, it is a conical shape with a flattened bottom that was originally used for gathering grains and storing food. A beautiful piece of history and craft. affiliation: Paiute materials: willow vintage condition abrasions and surface wear commensurate with age minor rim