European Decorative Baskets

A vintage European wicker wastebasket trash can with braided edge, circa mid to late-20th century, 1960s. 1970s, Yugoslavia. Piece is a medium brown hue, a great item for a bathroom,...

Two pairs of maiolica baskets Antonio Ferretti Manufacture Lodi, circa 1770-1790 Maiolica polychrome decorated “a piccolo fuoco” (third fire). Measures: A) Height 3.54 x 6.69 x 9.84 in (9 x 17 x 25 cm); B) Height 3.93 x 7.48 x 11.02 in (10 x 19 x 28 cm). Total weight 4.85 lb (2.200 kg) State of conservation: A) One of the smaller baskets has some areas of restoration, the other slight chipping from use; B) One of the larger baskets is intact and the other shows a clearly glued break. The mold with which the baskets were forged simulates a wicker weave. The two larger works have high, vertical walls, with branch-shaped handles penetrating the weave. The painted decorations, small polychrome flowers applied only externally, highlight the points where the weaves intersect. The decision to leave the center of the basket devoid of decoration is highly unusual, but given the size and complexity of the shape, as well as the quality of the enamel, it is possible to hypothesize that it represents a precise choice in manufacturing or for a particular client. The two smaller baskets have small, twisted handles and, on the outside, reproduce more decisively the characteristic wicker weave, obtained through thin molded lines. The interior exhibits a rich, typical decoration of naturalistic flowers: a bunch centered around a main flower and secondary stems accompanied by small “semis”. The exterior of these works is also adorned with small little flowers where the weaves intersect. The size and morphological characteristics of the baskets confirm their attribution to the Lodi factory of Antonio Ferretti between 1770 and 1790, during its most successful period; by this point his original reworking of the "Strasbourg" decoration, known as "old Lodi", had achieved great fame even outside Italy. This decorative choice represented a strong point of the Lodi factory, which established itself thanks to the vivid nature of the colors made possible by the introduction of a new technique perfected by Paul Hannong in Strasbourg and which Antonio Ferretti introduced in Italy. This production process, called “piccolo fuoco” (third fire), allowed the use of a greater number of colors than in the past; in particular, the purple of Cassius, a red made from gold chloride, was introduced. Its use allowed for many more tones and shades, from pink to purple. The Ferretti family had started their maiolica manufacturing business in Lodi in 1725. The forefather Simpliciano had started the business by purchasing an ancient furnace in 1725 and, indeed, we have evidence of the full activity of the furnaces from April of the same year (Novasconi-Ferrari-Corvi, 1964, p. 26 n. 4). Simpliciano had started a production of excellence also thanks to the ownership of clay quarries in Stradella, not far from Pavia. The production was so successful that in 1726 a decree of the Turin Chamber came to prohibit the importation of foreign ceramics, especially from Lodi, to protect internal production (G. Lise, La ceramica a Lodi, Lodi 1981, p. 59). In its initial stages, the manufacture produced maolicas painted with the “a gran fuoco” (double fire) technique, often in turquoise monochrome, with ornamentation derived from compositional modules in vogue in Rouen in France. This was also thanks to the collaboration of painters like Giorgio Giacinto Rossetti, who placed his name on the best specimens next to the initials of the factory. In 1748 Simpliciano made his will (Gelmini, 1995, p. 30) appointing his son Giuseppe Antonio (known as Antonio) as universal heir. After 1750, when Simpliciano passed away, Antonio was directly involved in the maiolica factory, increasing its fortunes and achieving a reputation on a European level. Particularly important was the aforementioned introduction in 1760 of the innovative “a piccolo fuoco” (third fire) processing, which, expanding the ornamental repertoire with Saxon-inspired floral themes, could commercially compete with the German porcelains that had one of its most renowned offerings in the naturalistic Deutsche Blumen. Antonio Ferretti understood and promoted this technique and this decoration, proposing it in a fresher and more corrective version, less linked to botanical tables...

"Brad, Gordon, Tony & Chuck" are leather baskets with handles, designed by Claude Bouchard and manufactured by Oscar Maschera. Genuine Italian leather vegetable tanned. Colors combin...

A Swedish two-toned wicker basket from the late 19th century, with two large handles and brass lock. Charming us with its rustic appearance and contrasti...

A rare find, this very large mid-19th century copper grape gathering basket is from the region of Burgundy, France, and stands at an impressive 24.5 inches in height. Riveted handles...

A nice large early 20th century grape harvesting basket from the Champagne region of France. These were used in the harvesting of grapes in the vineyards and have the painted marking...

Large Mid Century Modern Teak Waste Paper Bin by Martin Aberg for Servex Sweden 1960s. Classic Iconic design. Perfect for that mid century home office. Base diameter is 10.50 at the ...

Article: umbrella stand Origin: Italy Age: 1950s Design and Producer: Li Puma, Florence in Italy This original vintage Hollywood Regency umbrella stand was produced in th...

Decorate a wall or a cabinet top full of flowers with this antique basket. Crafted in Normandy or Burgundy circa 1920, the large grape basket dresse...

Swedish woven fruit basket: this charming woven construction basket closes with flap secured by leather strap. Note: Regional differences in humidi...

Northern Swedish small folk art basket made during the mid 1800s. The basket has the original paint. Handmade from tree roots that are braided. Good antique condition consistent with...

A Wonderful French Gilt Dore Bronze & Diamond Cut Crystal Oval Basket Centerpiece Bowl With Pierced Movable Handle, In The Manner Of Baccarat

"Trépied Sirène", it is a three feet bowl made in 1920 in molded opalescent glass with blue patina. Molded "R.Lalique" signature. Perfect condition. Félix Marcilhac, René Lalique,...

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French Low Profile Roped Planter Basket with Tin Insert Very versatile vessel that can be used indoors or outdoors on a covered outside porch. Wonderful patina on this vintage piec...

Beautiful and large, vintage Murano hand blown opalescent pink and gold flecks with diamond quilted surface Italian art glass basket, flower vase. The piece is rather large, and has ...

Vintage French oyster baskets - Set of two, 20th century. Used by French oyster farmers at low tide for harvest. Aged patina.

English Majolica basket with mottled green basketweave, a cobalt blue handle, and lavender interior, ca. 1875, Measures: W 6 x H 4 x D 1.5 inches For 30 years we have been among th...

Fine group of three Swedish 19th and early 20th century folk art baskets, the first with polychrome decoration on a coiled willow body and having barley twist handle, the second with blue and red paint with floral decoration on a reeded body, the last of cylindrical form and having a woven snowflake pattern. Although priced as a collection, we would be willing to separate them. Size listed is for handled coiled basket...

Large art deco ceramic bowl from the 30/40's made by the French ceramist Robert Meynard. Very beautiful detail of the base with the characters of openwo...

French wicker basket from the beginning of the century. It can be used today as a laundry basket or for bathroom decorating or even as a firewood basket. This gives a touch of French...

A Wedgwood Creamware Basket & Tray, 19th century England. Early creamware basket with handles. Matching oval underplate with intricate design. Basket marked "Wedgwood" to the und...

Article: waste bin paper bin Origin: France Age: 1960s This original vintage Bauhaus style waste bin paper bin was produced in the 1960s in France. It is made of natural rat...

19th century French majolica basket with the most gorgeous twig handles we have had the pleasure to see! The handles miraculously have no damage, just a firing crack at the very top...

Typical cylindrical tapered with brass strapping and brass bail handle.

A large rustic antler basket made of real fallow deer antlers mounted on a carved wooden centerpiece. The upper antlers are additionally connected by a ...

In excellent condition, ready to adorn your table. This refined sterling silver piece is a creation of the renowned Buccellati house, celebrated for its intricate work with precious ...

A large, beautiful, and rare 19th century neoclassical reticulated Meissen centerpiece with open filigree, rams heads, flaming finial, and love bir...

Midcentury beautiful squared basket or magazine rack in bamboo, rattan and smoked mirror in the style of Vivai Del Sud. Made in Italy in the 1970s. Vivai del sud, Gabriella Crespi ...

Antique Meissen braided porcelain basket with handles. Hand-painted flowers and golden border. Late 19th century. Measures: 22.5 x 16.5 x 7.5 cm. In excellent condition. Stamp...

Continental, likely English. A George III circa 1800 peat, turf, coal or kindling bucket of oval mouth form and confirming body mounted with brass straps. A handle is affixed (note:...

Description: Cushions Color: Mauve Size: 50 x 50cm Material: Linen

Vintage wooden fruit basket in good condition. Beautiful midcentury decoration.

A super nice hand woven rope basket / magazine holder by Gunther Lambert, circa 1980s. The piece is signed on the side, is in very good vintage conditi...

Hallmarked in London, in 1908 by Garrard & Co., this pretty, Edwardian, sterling silver basket, features pierced decoration, and a ribbon and reed border. The basket measures 8.5 inc...

A charming Mid-Century Modern trash can or paper bin crafted from bamboo and rattan in France during the 1950s. This beautifully designed piece combines natural materials with a time...

Description: Cushions Color: Mauve Size: 30 x 50cm Material: Linen

Description: Cushions Color: Orange Size: 50 x 50cm Material: Linen

Unusual paper waste bin in leather. Produced and sold at Firma Svenskt Tenn, Stockholm in the 1960s. Hand made and sewn with brass handles. The bin comes with a smooth surface in goo...

French Champagne grape bins with original paint. Of Strong and sturdy construction, ideal for logs. Two available.

Transform your space with the vintage charm of this Regency Yellow Embossed Book Trash Can. Designed to mimic a classic leather-bound book, this unique piece features intricate gold-...

Description: Cushions Color: Orange Size: 50 x 50cm Material: Linen

French wicker & iron bottle holder France, mid century Intricately woven wicker around sculpted iron frame Beautiful display piece that puts the fun in functional Wonderful addition ...

Fruit bowl in glass and metal. Silver metal base, with a rounded and slightly concave shape, providing stability and support to the structure. The central stem, also metallic, featur...

Rustic and classical at the same time, painted iron waste basket or trash can or planter with wonderful patina, X-design. Waste basket, planter.

One of Wedgwood’s most acclaimed “useful wares,” this fine jasper-dip pierced orange basket displays a brilliant cobalt blue and white checkerboard patte...

Silver Basket Peter Archambo Hallmarked London, 1740 This stunning George II silver basket is a remarkable example of the artistry and craftsm...

A large beautifully shaped woven black steel basket, great in the center of a table.

Solid 800 Silver Kovsh completely ceased and embossed by hand. A medallion depicting a two-faced Royal eagle was placed in the centre of the bowl. On the handle there is a frieze wor...

Scandinavian Modern & Theodor Skjøde Knudsen A Mid-Century Modern magazine holder by Theodor Skjøde Knudsen in teak and original canvas, by S...

These lovely and very practical storage baskets were in service in the 1950s in a small department store in the Northern part of the Netherlands. The baskets have been plaited by hand using willow toes. They sit on a black metal frame. They would be very decorative in a child's room to store Lego, teddy bears or miniature cars...

A visually stunning art glass bowl on a black base titled "Bon Appetite" by Czechoslovakian artist Tomas Hlavicka. Circa 2000. The creation method is fused layered glass with inlaid ...

Hand Pierced Sterling Silver Centerpiece. Impressive jatte, handcrafted in Milan - Italy in the artisan workshop of the silversmith Malagola. The shape of the body is modelled, edged...

Danish modern catch-all or fruit bowl handwoven basket.

Tall, large and huge vintage green glass wine demijohn, bottle or amphora with the original wrought iron and green painted metal basket - quite a rare find. This was mouth blown / ha...

Covered bowl in red and gold Bohemian crystal, 19th century. A 19th century red and gold Bohemian crystal covered bowl, Napoleon III period. H: 38cm, D: 14cm

A charming small-scale English wicker basket from the early 20th century, featuring finely handwoven willow construction and original black painted lettering across the front and lid...

French saddle leather waste bin with a substantial braided leather handle. Great coloring to saddle leather. Large brass ring hardware. Adnet style contrast stitch throughout. Plasti...