Creel, for carrying fish

This oval-shaped creel for carrying fish is made from unpeeled willow.

Oval, half round creel of unpeeled willow, with two openings for handgrips

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.

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Online ID:	000-100-001-945-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0098: National Museums Scotland Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland H.QP 55
Date:	18th or 19th century
Material:	Willow, unpeeled
Dimensions:	230 mm H x 470 mm x 530 mm
What:	Creel
Subject:	Baskets and basketry, straw working (including chair making, but (NMAS Classification)
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