{"product_id":"monumental-antique-basket-with-lid-metal-hardware","title":"Monumental Antique Basket with Lid \u0026 Metal Hardware","description":"\u003cp\u003eAt nearly three feet wide, this monumental lidded grain basket is a remarkable artifact of nomadic history. Crafted to protect a family or village's most vital food supplies from the elements, massive storage drums like this were essential for surviving harsh environments and long journeys. Baskets of this scale took immense time and skill to weave, making them highly prized utilitarian heirlooms. Hand-woven from thick, natural grasses and reeds, this piece features a tightly coiled cylindrical base and a matching conical lid. The most striking features are the original agedhide stretched over the lid and rim for weatherproofing, alongside the antique, hand-forged iron hasps used to secure it closed. The interior shows the incredible precision of the concentric weaving, while the bottom edges reveal the raw, distressed plant fibers and dark patina that have survived decades of heavy use. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause of its sheer monumental size (34 inches wide and 26 inches tall), this basket is a true statement piece that can ground an entire room. It makes a phenomenal rustic storage trunk at the foot of a bed (perfect for holding bulky winter blankets), a sculptural side table next to a low-profile sofa, or a commanding focal point in an empty corner. The worn leather and natural woven grasses bring unparalleled texture and a grounded, wabi-sabi aesthetic to any space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e*Era: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eAntique \/ Vintage (Early to Mid-20th Century)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e*Size: 34“(D) x 26“(H)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e*Material: Hand-Coiled Natural Grasses, Reeds, Aged Leather\/Hide, Forged Iron\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e*Color: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eNatural Woven Reed \/ Distressed Brown Leather \/ Dark Iron Patina\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e*Special Details: Structural leather-wrapped conical lid; antique iron locking hardware; monumental scale.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e*Recommended Use: Floor Storage, Statement Side Table, Corner Focal Point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e*Origin: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eGlobally Sourced \/ Nomadic Tribal (Unknown Specific Origin)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e*Condition: Wear consistent with age \u0026amp; use, blemishes and imperfections will be present. These are not to be considered defects but rather part of its character \u0026amp; historical value.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e**Please bear in mind that colors of products shown may vary slightly from their original color due to monitor display settings or photography studio.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"DE-COR | Globally Inspired","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49447397392621,"sku":"IMG_8672","price":2295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0288\/5256\/files\/IMG_8672_8db78002-246d-4d88-aac7-5323dae00413.jpg?v=1772669668","url":"https:\/\/de-cor.com\/products\/monumental-antique-basket-with-lid-metal-hardware","provider":"DE-COR | Globally Inspired","version":"1.0","type":"link"}