Hi Nikkie,

We've collected several of the mortuary baskets that you've just received.
 Other than a gentle brushing into the air stream of a vaccuum cleaner
hose, you shouldn't need to do much.  The baskets are typically made of
woven round reed and while dry will br fairly stable.  If you'd like to
contact me off-list, I'd be happy to share the benefit of our experience.

Best regards,

Jon N. Austin, Director
Museum of Funeral Customs
1440 Monument Avenue
Springfield, IL   62702

(217) 544-3480
(217) 544-3484 (fax)
www.funeralmuseum.org

The Museum of Funeral Customs is operated by the Illinois Funeral Service
Foundation, which is a 501 (c) 3 not-for-profit corporation, and the
Illinois Funeral Directors Association.

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