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This exceptionally large, 21-inch sculptural gathering basket stands as a masterful testament to mid-century organic minimalism. Executed circa 1950–1960, the …
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This exceptionally large, 21-inch sculptural gathering basket stands as a masterful testament to mid-century organic minimalism. Executed circa 1950–1960, the piece features an elegant, elongated "canoe" silhouette that gracefully sweeps upward at its terminals. It is anchored and visually elevated by a dramatic, high-arching bentwood ribbon handle, showcasing the superb craftsmanship of post-war artisanal exports.
The basket’s design relies on a precise, airy open-grid weave that manipulates light and shadow with architectural precision. Over the decades, the natural split-bamboo has acquired a remarkably uniform, rich amber-honey patina—a glowing oxidation highly prized by connoisseurs of the period. This organic texture and sophisticated form align beautifully with the mid-century modern aesthetic popularized by designers such as Gabriella Crespi, who celebrated the marriage of natural materials and high-design silhouettes.
Condition Report
Presented in exemplary vintage condition. The structural split-reed framework remains remarkably taut and structurally sound, exhibiting none of the unravelling, brittle breaks, or losses frequently suffered by organic wares of this age. The high-arching bentwood handle is pristine, completely free of splits, structural bowing, or repair. The surface retains its original, undisturbed glossy patina with only negligible signs of age-appropriate wear.
Measurements: 10" x 10" x 21"
Weight: 1 lb
Origin: China
Age: Mid 20th Century
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- Dimensions
- 21ʺW × 10ʺD × 10ʺH
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- China
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Bamboo
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Condition: Excellent, no damage Condition: Excellent, no damage less
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