Antique Woven Basket
05 February 2023
Description

This beautiful antique grain gathering/market basket is woven with willow or reed in a classic Chinese style and technique. Looks quite old. Gorgeous patina of age. Asymmetrical iron detail on handle adds interest. Appears to have been reinforced with a filler between the body and the rim of the basket as shown. Depth in dimensions includes handle, actual basket portion is roughly 7-8" deep.

Dimensions

23" L x 13" W x 14" D

Provenance

Clearly has a story, but I don't know it! Purchased on Facebook Marketplace in Nashville, TN with very limited interaction with the seller.

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For sale
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Answered within about 5 hours
By Delia
Feb 05, 21:50 UTC
Fair Market Value
$100 - $150 USD
Suggested Asking Price $175 USD
What does this mean?

Hi Emily,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

A vintage bentwood willow and rush bushel basket
American, late 19th/early 20th Century
Of ovoid section with single bentwood handle with iron hardware, the basket with wrapped rim and tightly woven body. Unmarked.
14 inches overall height, 23 inches long, 13 inches deep
CONDITION: With an overall warm patina, some wear to the bottom from use and age.
PROVENANCE: Acquired on Facebook Marketplace
$100-150*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

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