Pomo twined winnowing trays are amazing baskets. They were made for use, but as is true in the case of this basket, the weaver often spent time using different twining techniques (as seen in the different horizontal bands) to strengthen the basket as well as to enhance its beauty. Baskets such as this are very underappreciated. They can’t be repaired by reweaving (this one has survived in excellent condition) and they are often quite beautiful.