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Mid-Century Lacquered Bamboo Lidded Rice Basket

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A large vintage Burmese / Northern Thai lacquered bamboo rice basket lidded food storage container. Highly decorative, warm, rustic and attractive, this remarkable Southeast Asian rice basket has the wow factor for most impressive oversized shape, rough distressed texture, rich dark coloring and luminous patina sheen. Makes for a wonderful kitchen accessory, versatile storage box, monumental tea caddy bin, distinctive decorative object, creating a fascinating cultural interest, elegant warmth, and historical depth. It's a conversational piece, functional, and versatile, having a wonderfully whimsical charm, utilitarian folk art vibe, and overall outstanding antique character and authenticity. Hand-crafted in the Burma / Myanmar / Northern Thailand region of Southeast Asia, dating to the mid-20th century, hand-crafted quality, having a hand woven wicker covering to the voluptuous shapely vessel / rice box, featuring black hand painted exterior with warm burgundy red octagonal painted panels adorable with gilt accents to each side. Mounted over a square wooden base stand with decorative cutouts to each side. Dimensions: (approx) 18" High, 12" Wide, 12" Deep Condition: A wonderful example, the piece is in excellent shape overall, especially considering its age and use. Retaining some original antique character marks throughout, all age appropriate minor imperfections, including the wicker is slightly worn and loose in a couple of areas, no major cracks or scratches.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)Diameter: 12 in (30.48 cm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. Excellent shape overall, especially considering age and use. Retaining some original antique character marks throughout, all age appropriate minor imperfections, including wicker is slightly worn and loose in a couple of areas, no major cracks.
  • Seller Location:
    Forney, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5977228237802
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