4 Contemporary Southern Split Oak Baskets

Grouping of four (4) Southern split oak baskets. Includes one (1) large oval market basket, one (1) small wall-hanging basket, and two (2) small multi-color "show" baskets, one with dyed alternating weavers to rim and the other with four alternating weaver colors throughout body. Ranging in size from 14 1/4" H x 16 1/2 " W x 11 1/2" D. Late 20th century or early 21st century. Provenance: From a private collector who purchased the baskets directly from basket makers while traveling with J. Paul Newby, a well known basket peddler in the South. Note: Comes with a photo of a basket maker, named Lonnie, and J. Paul Newby.
Condition Report: All items overall good condition. 1st-3rd items: minor breaks to weavers, particularly at rims. 4th item: clear adhesive residue where handle meets rim on each side, visible from exterior. Largest 1 3/4" L x 1 1/2" W.