Antique Handwoven Oak Splint Gathering Basket Single Bentwood Handle

Description: 19^th century handwoven basket in cylinder form with a single rectangular handle, likely crafted to be gripped by one hand while walking through fields, orchards or gardens. A beautiful piece of early Country Americana that would look special as a smaller floor accent at the corner of a hearth or accent table.

• Handwoven Wooden Splints
• Wrapped Double Wooden Rim
• Natural Medium Appearance with Warm, Time-Earned Patina
• Sturdy, Double Wrapped Single Rectangular Oak Bentwood Gripping Handle
• Woven Bump-Up Bottom for Ventilation

Note: Refer to "Condition" below and all Photographs for important information

Circa: Late 19^th – Early 20^th century

Dimensions:

Height: 12 ¼” – 12 ½” (to top of handle – slightly out of shape)

Height: Basket only: 10 ¼” – 10 ¾”

Diameter: 11” (at top)

Rectangular Handle: 4” x 1 ¾ - 2”

Shape: Cylinder

Product Weight: 1 pound 6 ounces

Primary Materials: Wood, Wood Splints

Color: Medium Brown

Craftsman: Unknown

Origin: United States, Northeastern

Condition: Used. Condition is commensurate with age and use. Strong and sturdy handle, natural aged patina, a few breaks along bottom edge (as shown). Due to being handcrafted, basket is slightly out-of-round at bottom and doesn’t sit perfectly straight. This basket cannot be used over a door knob.

Shipping/Packaging:

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