Macabo Decorative Baskets

Mid-Century Modern Pesce Fish Studio Pottery Bowl by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy, 1960s Rare shape.

An exceptional, rare, and highly collectible Mid-Century Modern wastepaper basket, designed by the master of Austrian "tactile modernism," Carl Auböck II (1900–1957), and hand-crafted at the prestigious Werkstätte Carl Auböck in Vienna, Austria, circa 1950s. Officially designated as Model No. 4202 in the archival Auböck workshop records, this exquisite piece features a beautifully tapered cylindrical form—measuring 7.88 inches in diameter at the top and elegantly narrowing to 5.88 inches at the bottom—meticulously hand-wrapped in a rare white/cream-toned thick double-cowhide leather. The basket features structural vertical seams bound by contrasting, robust black hand-stitching that beautifully frames the piece. Serving as the design's signature focal point is a heavy, organically sculpted teardrop-shaped cast brass/bronze loop handle mounted to the front via a leather loop sleeve. The interior reveals a rich, warm natural cognac leather lining. Distinguishing itself entirely from common modern replicas and unauthorized reproductions, this rare vintage original features the definitive workshop hallmarks. Besides the proper dimensions, the bronze handle is crisply hand-stamped "Auböck" alongside the official "Made in Austria" origin mark, providing ironclad provenance for the serious collector. A quintessential example of the Bauhaus and Wiener Werkstätte traditions that defined the Auböck workshop, this functional objet d'art showcases an incredible, authentic original patina. Offered in very good vintage condition with age-appropriate light wear and minor scuffing to the white leather exterior, this investment-grade desk accessory is a magnificent addition for discerning collectors of fine mid-century Austrian design. Carl Aubock leather bin, Werkstatte Carl Aubock basket, Austrian mid century desk accessory, Vienna modern brass handle, Bauhaus waste basket leather, Illums Bolighus Aubock, Tactile modernism object, Luxury leather paper bin, 1950s Vienna office decor, Rare white leather basket.

1970’s Italian large ceramic “ Rimini Blue” bowl designed by Aldo Londi for Bitossi. Large statement bowl that can be placed as a catch all oar for fruit. It’s marked made in Italy ...

Exceptional, sculptural pepper mill by Aldo Tura for Macabo, Italy, 1960s. Hand-painted, expressive blue cat on goatskin. A rare, fine collector's item. Stamped Macabo on the base. ...

Vintage Mid Century Modern Turn Carved Double Rim Walnut Wooden Salad Fruit Bowl. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 4" H x 13.75" Diameter.

Italian 1950’s midcentury wastebasket by Bucciarelli of Milan with brass rim and graphic print on an ivory enamelled surface. This piece was ...

A rattan, black-painted iron and brass basket designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s.

Carafe by Aldo Tura, Italy, 1950s. Ivory goatskin and metal details.

Tobacco container by Aldo Tura, Italy 1940s in goatskin, brass and wood. The container has two compartments, one for storing tobacco and another for storing and lighting the games. D...

A beautiful, quite substantial and heavy, Italian pottery bowl featuring a sumptuous oxblood lava glaze that absolutely radiates in the light. We believe this work is likely an Aldo...

A Mid-Century Modern Bistossi ceramic bowl with a stylized crossword design of squiggly lines with block squares in red, gray blue and black on a white glazed soft textured backgroun...

This particular and sophisticated lamp made by Aldo Tura is most likely a unique prototype lamp. Aldo Tura lamps were done in small editions, thus the d...