RecordBuddie or fish basketFrom Shetland
Buddie or fish basketA buddie is a basket for carrying fish. This example from Shetland is made of docken stems. A docken or dock is a coarse weed with large leaves and a main root that grows almost vertically downwards. Docken or bulmint buddie or basket from Shetland, used for carrying fish For centuries it was the land which supplied the resources of everyday life for most people in Scotland. It provided the materials for homes, furnishings and belongings. In some remote areas the use of local materials continued well into the 20th century. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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