This is a vessel designed for ceremony and secrets, built to protect something precious. This antique two-piece basket, likely from late 19th or early 20th-century China or Southeast Asia, is a stunning example of traditional craftsmanship. Its two-part construction features a beautifully domed woven body and a separate, exquisitely carved wooden base. The intricate decorative relief on the base and the worn metal hardware on the body are a testament to its authenticity and long history. Originally used as a wedding basket or a ceremonial food carrier, this piece served as an elegant vessel for blessings and celebration.
This basket is a powerful and unique accent piece for a home. Its two-part design makes it perfect for discreet storage, whether for living room blankets, linens in a bedroom, or cherished collections. It also stands beautifully on its own as a sculptural object on a coffee table or a grand entryway console, making an immediate statement about its rich history and timeless artistry
- *Era: Antique
- *Material: Bamboo/Wood
- *Size: 15“(D) x 13“(H)
- *Color: Dark Brown
- *Condition: Wear consistent with age & use, blemishes and imperfections will be present. These are not to be considered defects but rather part of its character & historical value.
Found in Shanxi
- **Please bear in mind that colors of products shown may vary slightly from their original color due to monitor display settings or photography studio.
Specifications
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Material: Woven bamboo body on carved wood base, with worn metal hardware accents
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Dimensions: 15"D × 13"H
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Origin: Antique; Chinese ceremonial wedding-basket tradition; woven bamboo and carved wood, Shanxi Province, China
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Era: Antique (late 19th–early 20th century)
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Condition: Wear consistent with age and use; surface patina and natural blemishes are authentic markers of history, not defects
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Special Detail: Two-part construction with intricately carved relief base and domed woven body, originally used as a ceremonial wedding/food carrier
