Large Antique Borneo Woven Harvest Carrier

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A masterpiece of functional design, this antique woven backpack was originally crafted for the rigors of mountain life in Southeast … Read more A masterpiece of functional design, this antique woven backpack was originally crafted for the rigors of mountain life in Southeast Asia. Known as a harvest carrier, it is constructed from tightly plaited rattan over a sturdy bamboo or wood frame, featuring a solid wooden base for stability. The ingenious shape—tapered at the bottom and wider at the top with a protective flap—kept the load balanced and dry during long treks through rice terraces or forests. The basket boasts a deep, smoked patina, evidence of years of use near hearth fires and in the fields.

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