Italian Decorative Baskets

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...

Unique Italian Catch All or Fruit stand with raised iron legs and woven wicker basket Perfect centerpiece for fruit and to put in hallway to catch keys / mail etc.

Hollywood Regency Gilt Brass Filigree Towel & Napkin Holder – Italian Rococo Style, 1960s Add a touch of vintage Hollywood glamour to your bathroom or vanity with this gilt brass Hol...

An elegant and innovative take on an ordinary object of functional decor, this paper bin is entirely upholstered with Malaga bonded leather showcasing a versatile taupe. Fashioned of...

A new collection joined the Pinetti family. Euclide with its geometric look is an elegant stool crafted with wood structure and entirely covered in recycled leather. This lovely sto...

Bookenders is a decorative object realized by Piero Fornasetti, in 1950s.  Metal structure with velvet parts, some parts damaged. 20 x 15 x 13 cm. Good conditions, some yellowing ...

Beautiful 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern basket or container, perfect in any room next to a sofa or in a bedroom as pillow or blanket storage as well as in any bathroom as bathrobe...

One green and one with yellow base. Each the same size but different colored bases.

This Italian vintage set of decorative lidded bowls in the shape of pineapple will brighten your table. Stylish Mid-century Modern ice bucket and sugar bowl or candy box clad in a naturalistic silvered metal finish, manufactured in 1970 circa in the style of Mauro Manetti, Florence. The largest container is an ice bucket, so useful for ice cubes and even ice cream or sorbet, the cold is guaranteed by the internal removable tin liner, frozen for a long time as the lid sits tight on the bucket. The smaller pineapple, fitted with a removable blue glass vase can be used as a decorative candy box, sugar bowl or ashtray or trinket case...

Woven silver plate oval basket with handle, full of multicolored marble eggs. There is a total of sixteen life-size eggs.

Vintage rattan basket, made in Italy in the 1960s. The vintage rattan basket is in good vintage condition. Dimensions: Width: 60 cm / 23.6 inc...

A lovely miniature Mid-Century Italian majolica basket of lemons, apples, and peaches accented by green leaves and flowers in a white basket. Maker's mark on reverse. Freshen up your...

This large art glass basket or centerpiece is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from Murano Italy and date to approximately 1965 and done in the Mid-Century style. The base o...

Offered is an absolutely stunning large 1970s vintage wicker and plastic laundry basket hamper with lid and wicker handles. Overall very good vintage condition with light ware consis...

Campo & Graffi Magazine Rack in Wicker and Black Enameled Iron Wonderful scuptural shape with handle Italy 1950s

An Alessi Fruitscape centerpiece by Stefano Giovannoni in 2003. This double-walled "fruit bowl" is topographically designed—its hills and valleys hold the fruit and allow for better ...

French Riviera and safari style stool or basket by Tito Agnoli, Italy, 1970s. Formed by a structure of curved rattan and wicker, entirely made by hand, and in a very good state of co...

Midcentury wonderful round basket with lid in rattan, wicker and brass in the style of Vivai Del Sud. Made in Italy in the 1970s. Vivai del sud, Gabriella Crespi and Arpex were...

An Italian openwork/filigree/pierced basket or bowl for fruit bread or decorative purposes. Its made from solid cast brass that has patinated beautifu...

Koi è un accessorio dall’animo versatile; praticità e vocazione decorativa sono le caratteristiche di questa famiglia di ceste. Nelle sue diverse dimensioni, può contenere riviste, o...

The tray features a glass surface, giving it a glossy, smooth, and reflective appearance. The frame and structure are made from bamboo, showcasing a natural, rustic look with intrica...

Bamboo Tray, Italy 70s The tray features a glass surface, giving it a glossy, smooth, and reflective appearance. The frame and structure are made from bam...

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-...

Edie Blue Bowl by Purho Dimensions: D40 x H25 cm Materials: Glass Other colours available. Purho is a new protagonist of made in Italy design , a work of synthesis, a research ...

Vase in Black Marquinia, White Michelangelo, Arabescato Vagli Filo Rosso, Green Guatemala and Blu Sodalite marbles. Size: 20 x 12 x 32 cm, 7.9 x 4.7 x 12.6 in, smooth finishing. Comm...

Beautiful Italian rattan and golden brass basket in the style of Gabriella Crespi, around 1960's. Good condition, a very nice piece of organic furniture. Measurements : height 8,5 c...

Kastle green large bowl by Purho Dimensions: D40 x W30 x H14cm Materials: Glass Other colours and dimensions are available. Purho is a new protagonist of made in Italy design ,...

- Tray composed in marble and metal, created by Michele Arcarese Architect together with Giovannozzi. - Slab in marble type "NERO MARQUINIA" or "CARR...

Handmade fruit basket in ceramic with a white glaze made in Italy. Perfect for the romantic looking country kitchen.

Minimal Decorative Bowl Black Massif Murano glass 1970 Carlo Nason for Mazzega

Title: French Handcrafted Wicker Fruit Basket on Pedestal, 1970s Description: This beautifully handcrafted fruit basket, made in France in the 1970s, combines timeless elegance with...

This eye-catching tall basket is part of the Demetra collection. It is produced by hand with high-quality leather and combines precise handicraft and Itali...

Mid-Century bamboo basket with wire legs and handle that has been painted pale gray. In original condition with visible wear including scratches and paint loss. Wear is consistent wi...

Art Nouveau Figural Basket is decorated with figurative tulips; the double handle has two unopened tulips on top. Baskets with very similar designs are documented in online catalogue...

Ravello is a minimal bathroom collection ideal for any setting. The rigid cylindrical main volumes are rendered softer by the smooth decorative rounded edges, while the finest Italia...

For sale is a rare and fascinating vintage basket by Fornasetti, an authentic masterpiece of twentieth-century Italian design. The object, immediately recognizable by its very lively...

Midcentury amazing decorative basket in lucite, wicker and brass in the style of Christian Dior Home. Made in Italy in the 1970s. Great accessory for any modern interior.

Georges Coslin Leather & Fabric Wastepaper Basket/Trashcan, Italy 1960s George Coslin Designed and made by Faram Standing 18.5" h x 10.75" diameter, basket measures 12.5" h x 9.5"...

Mid-Century Modern Wood / rattan large oval bowl, centerpiece or basket. It has a woodHandle covering the top. Handcrafted in Italy, 1970s. Use it as fruit bowl or centerpiece to ad...

Cubic basket in tortoiseshell-effect lucite and chrome borders in the style of Christian Dior. Made in Italy in the 1970s.

Very beautiful and large rattan and brass basket made in Italy in the 1970s. Rounded shape, mid-century modern style, it is inspired by the designs of Gabriella Crespi. Magnificent d...

This basket is in rattan, it has been made in Italy in the 1970's.

One-of-a-kind round brutalist and sculptural centerpiece, designed and made in Italy in the 1970s by the Italian sculptor Salvino Marsura. In hand-forged iron, silver patinated with...

Midcentury beautiful basket or plant holder in bamboo and rattan attributed to Vivai Del Sud. Made in Italy in the 1970s. Vivai del sud, Gabriella Crespi and Arpex were the three l...

Fruit basket in resin and leather, "Flora Fruit Bowl" model designed by Fernando and Humberto Campana for the NativoCampana Collection for Corsi Design in 2015. Ø cm 48 Ø cm 23 h cm...

Basket 'Cribbio' by Raul Barbieri and Giorgio Marianelli. Manufactured in Italy, circa 1980. In good original condition, with consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful pa...

This exquisite storage basket is a precious object that is both functional and striking, thanks to the fine leather that has been dyed using vegetable fibers. The thick strips of lea...

Bronze cup made by Antonio Pandiani in 1800. Measures: Ø 12 cm Ø 10 cm h 10 cm Antonio Pandiani was born in Milan in 1838 and died there in 1928. He was a great neoclassical sculptor belonging to the well-known artistic and industrial dynasty of the Pandians of Milan. Antonio studied at the Brera Academy learning the academic style and was immediately appreciated for his portraits. Very often the style of his works reproduces in miniature historical monuments...

This art glass basket styled vase is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from Murano Italy and dating to approximately 1965 and done in the period Mid-Century Modern style. The...

Part of the Woody series, this storage basket is crafted using artisanal methods and the finest leather, which was dyed using vegetable pigments to create a soft and durable texture....

A must-have accent piece in any home, this magnificent tray will add a sophisticated touch to an entryway console or bedroom dresser to put keys, loose change and wallet at the end o...

Carrara marble. Rare object by Up&Up design Excellent condition One foot restored.

Tutti Frutti II basket - Matt white Basket in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection. Additional Information: Material: Soft resin Colours: M...

Very nice magazine holder or basket in rattan and copper handmade in Italy in the 1970s. Round shape, modern style of the middle of the century, it is inspired by the drawings of ...

Iron Fruit Basket Italy 1950s

Eye-catching bamboo and rattan magazine rack, France, 1950s-1960s This magazine stand features a bamboo basket with loop and chinoiserie rattan decorations. It has all the taste of ...

An authentic, opulent and very decorative ice bucket, patinated bronze fruit basket, base with woven basket decoration, lid with fruit composition, in superb patinated bronze (dark b...

Very nice rattan and brass basket made in italy in the 1970s. Round shape, modern style of the middle of the century, it is inspired by the drawings of gabriella crespi. Beauti...

Ogiva basket - clear, gold Basket in soft resin designed by Gaetano Pesce in 1995 for Fish Design collection. Additional Information: Material: Soft resin Colours: Clear, gol...

Set of Three Mid-Century Modern rattan bowls with brass rims. Italy, 1970s Three rattan bowls in different sizes and shapes: a tall one in round shape, an oval platter bowl and a th...