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Antique Miniature Hand Woven Splint Oak Buttock Basket Single Bentwood Handle

Antique Miniature Hand Woven Splint Oak Buttock Basket Single Bentwood Handle

$235.00

Description: This extraordinary miniature buttocks basket from the Northeastern United States was expertly crafted from oak wood splints with a smooth bentwood handle. This charming example displays a classic bulbous buttocks form, woven body, sturdy, tightly woven rim and smooth bentwood handle. Honest signs of use and rich patina create the authentic character sought after due its charming scale.

  • Authentic miniature buttocks basket
  • Handwoven oak splint construction
  • Classic bulbous buttocks form
  • Smooth bentwood handle
  • Hand-wrapped "X" handle reinforced with a tack nail coming in from interior
  • Reinforced tack nail at base
  • Tightly woven rim
  • Rich, deep aged patina

Circa: Likely late 19th to early 20th century

Dimensions: Length (exterior): 4 3/4" (length at widest bulbous area), 4 1/2" (width at handle, Height: 4 1/2" (to top of handle). 

Item Weight: 1.4 ounce

Primary Material: Wood Splints, tack nails

Origin: Northeastern United States

Condition: Used. Good vintage condition. Structurally solid and sturdy. Some areas of broken weaving consistent with age and use (as shown).

Shipping: Usually ships within one business day. Ships only with the contiguous United States

 

 

 

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