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French 19th Century Drying Basket

$1,500
£1,133.50
€1,308.92
CA$2,096.02
A$2,325.71
CHF 1,218.26
MX$28,519.51
NOK 15,495.84
SEK 14,627.41
DKK 9,761.40
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About the Item

An enormous French basket from the late 19th century, likely used in a bakery or boulangerie for displaying baguette or other breads, if not in the vineyards for harvesting grapes. Long bamboo sticks in parallel arrangement are held to a sturdy wooden frame, surrounded by tightly-braided wicker sides. Two sturdy handles facilitate easy carrying of the load. Please view the detailed images of this rare and unusual find.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.25 in (20.96 cm)Width: 51.75 in (131.45 cm)Depth: 30.25 in (76.84 cm)
  • Style:
    Other (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Baton Rouge, LA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 1087A-241stDibs: LU864842822372

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