Ethel Owen Signed Handcrafted Gourd Basket Pyro Engraved Geometric Folk Art Vtg

* Artist: Ethel Owen (Celebrated Alabama Designer Craftsmen folk artist, 1923–2020)  * Material: Natural Lagenaria Sicenaria Gourd  * Technique: Hand-cleaned, pyro-engraved (wood-burned), dyed, and polished  * Pattern: Concentric bands of triangles and geometric chevron/herringbone lines  * Markings: Signed ETHEL OWEN on the bottom in distinctive incised script   * Provenance: Includes the original textured paper artist informational insert along with a 1993 newspaper article highlighting Mrs Owen.  Up for sale is a beautiful, mid-sized handcrafted gourd basket by renowned regional folk artist Ethel Owen of Birmingham, Alabama. This striking art vessel is carved from a natural Lagenaria Sicenaria gourd and features a sturdy, integrated hand-cut handle.   The exterior showcases exceptional craftsmanship, showcasing multiple horizontal bands of precise, wood-burned (pyro-engraved) geometric patterns—including rows of alternating triangles and intricate chevron/herringbone lines. The gourd has been beautifully dyed in warm earth tones and polished to a subtle sheen.   The bottom is clearly incised with the artist's signature (ETHEL OWEN). Best of all, this piece retains its rare original textured artist card, detailing the natural origin of the gourd and her custom processing technique. A wonderful addition to any collection of Southern folk art, studio pottery, or rustic home decor.  **Approximate Measurements:**  * Height: 6  * Diameter / Width: 6