Lacquer Decorative Baskets

This pair of small mid-20th century hand-woven baskets originate from the Dayak tribe of Borneo. They were crafted with rattan fibres and an iron wood frame. While larger versions of...

A Chinese three-tiered lunch basket from the early 20th century with red lacquer, gilded décor and black bamboo handle. Created in China during the early years of the 20th century, this three-tiered lunch basket features a red lacquered ground accented by a lovely gilded hand-painted décor. Topped with a large black lacquered tripartite bamboo handle with rattan links and metal detail, the basket is topped with a circular lid adorned with a grouping or women and children sitting or standing in front of a bench. The body itself showcases children with ribbon-tied pigtails sitting down, carrying lamps or crossing a bridge among others, while the lower section is decorated with birds perched on branches or rocks. Each section is removable and presents a dark brown with purple undertone interior. With its small proportions, complimenting colors and skillfully painted décor, this early 20th century Chinese three-tiered basket...

Wicker umbrella stand from France, mid-century, circa 1950. Hand made. This umbrella stand with its two handles can also be used as an elegant wastepaper basket. Please note: the two...

A Chinese antique rattan two-tiered wedding basket from the early 20th century, with carved handle and red top. Born in China during the early years of the 20th century, this charming wedding basket features a circular red lid, sitting above two independent rattan-covered sections. Presenting a lovely lacquered interior and an ebonized base, the basket showcases a large handle, delicately carved on the sides. Used as a decorative accent or to store and organize items, this Chinese antique wedding basket...

A large Chinese Qing dynasty porcelain wucai (five color) glazed bowl painted in underglaze blue and overglaze red, green, and yellow upon a pure white ground, and featuring a design...

Carved from luminous white Italian marble, this mid-20th century tazza is a study in proportion and restraint. Its shallow bowl rises from a simple pedestal, the stone animated by na...

Mid-Century Modern Brass Wastebasket, circa 1960

This handcrafted wicker wastebasket encapsulates the essence of mid-century modern design, boasting clean lines, organic materials, and a harmonious blend of form and function. Its g...

A visibly old rice measure container handcrafted more than 100 years from wood and supported by iron edges and an arched handle. There is a wonderful age related patina to the metal ...

This curious vessel from the early 20th century is a lovely example of the Burmese art of lacquer (pan yun). Shaped from coiled bamboo, the container has a squat, rounded shape and a...

Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty Elm Carved Container or Basket. Marked as a Tea Caddy, but also could have been used as a wedding basket or food container. Features an ornately carve...

Beautiful two-tier basket features painted, gilded images of an opera scene showing a victorious battle. Basket is lacquered in cinnabar, a special mix of ...

Centuries ago, a woven reed fisherman’s basket such as this would have been common in rural China as an everyday item, used until it became worn through. A testament to the weaver's ...

Wonderful handcrafted rice basket with wonderful details. Beautiful decorative handwork which can be used for storage. Originally used to carry rice or other grains.

Italian rattan and brass waste basket, or can also be used as a planter.