Chinese Nested Bamboo Food Basket with Hand-Painted Décor and Large Handle

A Chinese antique rattan two-tiered nested lunch basket from the early 20th century, with calligraphy and carved handle. Born in China during the early years of the 20th century, this charming lunch basket features a circular lid adorned with black calligraphy, sitting above two independent sections. Presenting a lovely lacquered interior, the basket showcases a large handle, delicately carved on the sides and perfect for transport. Used as a picnic basket, a decorative item or to store and organize items, this Chinese antique lunch...

An antique Chinese oval carrying basket from the early 20th century, with large bamboo handle. Created in China during the early years of the 20th century, this carrying basket featu...

A Chinese late Qing Dynasty period antique lacquered octagonal basket from the early 20th century with hand painted floral décor, large handle and made to deliver gifts. Created in C...

A Chinese late Qing Dynasty period varnished bamboo basket from the early 20th century with rattan tied handles. Created in China during the late Qing Dynasty period in the early years of the 20th century, this bamboo basket was likely used as a hat basket...

Basket making is an ancient and humble craft, but in the hands of a skilled weaver a simple willow basket can become a truly beautiful work of art. This bent handle basket was made i...

Basket making is an ancient and humble craft, but in the hands of a skilled weaver a simple willow basket can become a truly beautiful work of art. Th...

Basket making is an ancient and humble craft, but in the hands of a skilled weaver a simple willow basket becomes a truly beautiful statement. The artisan’s mastery is evident in thi...

Basket making is an ancient and humble craft, but in the hands of a skilled weaver a simple willow basket can become a truly beautiful work of art. This bent handle basket was made i...