Lot 175:
A Vintage large woven bamboo storage basket, 20th century
Description
This large, utilitarian storage or gathering basket is constructed from hand-woven split bamboo. The vessel features a square base that transitions into a deep, tapered circular body, executed in a tight plain weave pattern. The structure is reinforced by four vertical bamboo ribs and a substantial, multi-layered horizontal band around the upper rim. Two arched, rope-wrapped handles are integrated into the rim for transport. The underside of the basket is braced with a robust X-frame reinforcement made of thick bamboo stalks, designed for stability and load-bearing. The interior floor exhibits a larger, flattened weave. No maker marks, signatures, or labels are present on the object.
Height: 17 inches.
Condition report:
The basket is in good, structurally sound condition, showing surface wear consistent with age and practical use. There is minor fraying and fiber loss to the bamboo strips, most notably around the upper rim and handles (Photos 1, 3, and 4). Light surface discoloration and natural darkening of the bamboo are visible in localized areas across the body (Photos 2 and 5). The reinforced base remains intact with no major breaks or losses to the primary weave (Photo 6).
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