Chinese Woven Bamboo Flower Basket, C. 1940

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Woven with precious scale and delicate artistry, this small flower basket from the early 20th century is a charming example … Read more Woven with precious scale and delicate artistry, this small flower basket from the early 20th century is a charming example of traditional Chinese basketry. The basket is woven of thin strips of lacquered bamboo, shaped with a shallow, round body and a high, arched handle. An array of weave patterns creates a rich patchwork of textures, from the simple twill of the interior to the lobed, melon-like siding to the braided border that finishes the rim.

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