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Arts and Crafts Decorative Baskets

ARTS AND CRAFTS STYLE

Emerging in reaction to industrialization and mass production, the Arts and Crafts movement celebrated handcrafted design as a part of daily life. The history of Arts and Crafts furniture has roots in 1860s England with an emphasis on natural motifs and simple flourishes like mosaics and carvings. This work is characterized by plain construction that showcases the hand of the artisan.

The earliest American Arts and Crafts furniture dates back to the start of the 20th century. Designers working in this style in the United States initially looked to ideas put forth by The Craftsman, a magazine published by Wisconsin native Gustav Stickley, a furniture maker and founder of the Craftsman style. Stickley’s furniture was practical and largely free of ornament. His Craftsman style drew on French Art Nouveau as well as the work he encountered on his travels in England. There, the leading designers of the Arts and Crafts movement included William Morris, who revived historical techniques such as embroidery and printed fabrics in his furnishings, and Charles Voysey, whose minimal approach was in contrast to the ornamentation favored in the Victorian era.

American Arts and Crafts work would come to involve a range of influences unified by an elevation of traditional craftsmanship. The furniture was often built from sturdy woods like oak and mahogany while featuring details such as inlaid metal, tooled leather and ceramic tiles. The style in the United States was led by Stickley, whose clean-lined chairs and benches showcased the grain of the wood, and furniture maker Charles Rohlfs, who was informed by international influences like East Asian and French Art Nouveau design.

Hubs in America included several utopian communities such as Rose Valley in Pennsylvania and the Byrdcliffe Arts and Crafts Colony in New York, where craftspeople made furniture that prioritized function over any decoration. Their work would influence designers and architects including Frank Lloyd Wright, who built some of the most elegant and iconic structures in the United States and likewise embraced a thoughtful use of materials in his furniture.

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Style: Arts and Crafts
Los Castillo Woven Silver Baskets, Set of 2
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Los Castillo woven silver baskets. Baskets retain unpolished patina. Larger basket is 7” wide x 4.75” tall. Smaller basket is 5”wide x 3.5” tall. Each basket retains the Los ...
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1980s Mexican Vintage Arts and Crafts Decorative Baskets

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Silver

Vintage Longaberger Christmas Edition 2000 Edition Deck the Halls Basket w/ Lid
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Longaberger Christmas Edition 2000 Edition Deck the Halls Basket w/ Lid. Item features wooden lid, signed to underside. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 7" H x 9" W x 9...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Decorative Baskets

Materials

Wood

Special Arts & Crafts Brass / Copper Bucket w. Rare Watering Can Spout & Handles
Located in Lisse, NL
Sizeable and museum quality, embossed copper with brass handles bucket on feet. This stunning, sturdy and heavy antique and hand-crafted buc...
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Late 18th Century English Antique Arts and Crafts Decorative Baskets

Materials

Copper, Brass

Bottega Intreccio Woven Wicker 21st Century Mawa Centerpiece, by Setsu & Shinobu
Located in Mogliano, Marche
Mawa “A centerpiece draw its inspiration from Nature. Mawa, narrow at the base and wider towards the top, borrows its features from a flower in all its splendor.” This container reinterprets the archetype of the woven basket in a contemporary way, with ample proportions and organic asymmetrical forms. The wicker is enhanced by a leather band at the base that gives the object decorative impact. The piece is difficult to make precisely due to the asymmetrical form. Use and maintenance All the items are made with raw materials and are guaranteed for interiors. If it is necessary, they can also be installed outdoors as long as they are sufficiently protected from atmospheric agents and not directly exposed to the sunlight or water, in spaces like verandas, gazebos, arcades or protected spaces. The raw materials used for weavings could be not extremely homogeneous due to different physical properties and the items could have dimensions a bit different from descriptions listed in this document. The colors could change for the same reasons. Those features are the demonstration of authenticity of each product that is unique and handcrafted in Italy by Mogliano’s masters. Woven wicker is extremely resistant over the years, if it is stored in a dry place and without excessive temperature changes, and it could also change color or nuances due to its sunlight exposure based-on nature. The weaving by the craftsman is performed with soft and wet material, an the material dries naturally with the passage of time losing its elasticity. For this reason, avoid excessive pressures, overloads of heavy weights or impacts. The bases or wooden parts are entirely in solid wood: with the aging they could change in size and present natural micro-cracks. Avoid direct and long exposure to the sun, completely avoid wetting. About the lamp usage, in normal condition the items don’t require special maintenance. Technicals About item technical details and bulbs specifications, please refer to the technical data sheets. Cleaning Use a soft cloth for cleaning. Don’t use any chemicals, acids, scourers or steel brushes. The base in natural wood must be cleaned and dusted using a soft cloth, even slightly damp. Immediately wipe again with a soft, dry cloth. For lamps cleaning, unplug the appliance from electric power...
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2010s Italian Arts and Crafts Decorative Baskets

Materials

Leather, Wicker

Antique Chinese Wood Basket
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique19th century Chinese wood carrying basket with handle. This carrying basket features a square tapering body with a large handle at the top and iron ...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Arts and Crafts Decorative Baskets

Materials

Wood

FABULOUS Arts and Crafts Copper Coal Hod on Stand, Circa 1920
Located in High Point, NC
Absolutely wonderful craftsmanship shows in this gorgeous piece of Arts and Crafts coal hod. The frame is hand made artistically from iron and is decorated with twisting arms and le...
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1910s English Vintage Arts and Crafts Decorative Baskets

Materials

Brass, Copper, Iron

Midcentury Fruit Basket in Maple and Brass, Italy
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
An artisanal basket handmade in the 1950's from maple wood and brass.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Decorative Baskets

Materials

Brass

Bottega Intreccio Shizé L Woven Wicker 21st Century Centerpiece, SetsuShinobuito
Located in Mogliano, Marche
Shizé L “The centerpiece draw its inspiration from Nature. The irregular shape of Shizè comes from the stones found in rivers.” Like a big rock sitting on furnishings in the ho...
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2010s Italian Arts and Crafts Decorative Baskets

Materials

Leather, Wicker

Antique Fireside Store, English, Oak, Coopered Fire Bucket, Coal Bin, Circa 1920
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a charming early 20th century fire bucket, showcasing traditional English coopering and fine materials, circa 1920. This antique fireside store is both practical and decorati...
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1920s British Vintage Arts and Crafts Decorative Baskets

Materials

Brass

Wrought Iron Log Carrier This is a charming piece
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Wrought Iron Log Carrier This is a charming piece, it is made in iron and curved to carry logs, it stands on small curled feet and has curled handles The Carrier is in good condi...
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1960s Vintage Arts and Crafts Decorative Baskets

Materials

Iron

Handwoven Telephone Wire Accent, Sinopia
Located in Jersey City, NJ
It is said that this stunning art form started with the African night shift security workers being bored on duty. They brought these weaving skills back to their villages and shared them with their wives, who have mastered them into today's sought-after pieces. The weavers behind these objects started by applying traditional skills in creating baskets for household usage. Time has passed, and remarkable innovative methods were applied, giving the lampshades a contemporary edge. Today, these beautiful telephone...
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2010s South African Arts and Crafts Decorative Baskets

Materials

Wire

19th Century Italian Terracotta Handled Warmer Vase with Flowers from Tuscany
Located in Milano, MI
From Tuscany a ceramic basket realized with a circular vase with polychrome geometric decorations on the body and a relief decoration handmade by applied flowers and scrolls as well as on the handle. A Mid-19th Century Italian ceramic warmer, a circular basket...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Arts and Crafts Decorative Baskets

Materials

Ceramic, Terracotta

Bonsor's Famous Philadelphia Coffee Tin Metal Storage Bin Tickle the Taster
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Bonsor's Famous Philadelphia Coffee Tin Metal Storage Bin Tickle the Taster. Item featured is a very rare collectible bin, very nice original color. Circa Late 19th Century. Measurem...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Arts and Crafts Decorative Baskets

Materials

Metal

Mid-19th Century Italian Tuscan Warmer Basket
Located in Milano, MI
From Tuscany a ceramic basket realized with a circular vase with polychrome geometric decorations on the body and a relief decoration handmade by applied flowers and scrolls as well as on the handle. A Mid-19th Century Italian ceramic warmer, a circular basket...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Arts and Crafts Decorative Baskets

Materials

Ceramic, Terracotta

20th Century Italian Tuscan Vase Basket with Fishes Shells
Located in Milano, MI
Decorated and perforated ceramic basket realized with a circular vase with polychrome geometric decorations on the body and a relief decoration on the edge handmade by multiple shells and small fishes, as well as on the handle. Two ornamental shell-shaped spouts on the larger edge. In good age related condition, with signs of use, small breaks of some fish tails and minor chips on the edge of the vase. Handmade and hand painted in Italy, Tuscan origin, mid-20th century. A perfect Italian artwork...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Decorative Baskets

Materials

Ceramic

Rare Hand-Hammered Brass & Bronze Arts & Crafts Jardiniere or Wine Cooler by WMF
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautiful quality and stylish antique jardiniere. This rare and marvelous design Arts & Crafts jardinière is beautifully decorated with organic yet symmetrical Jugendstil motifs. In...
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Early 20th Century German Arts and Crafts Decorative Baskets

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Bottega Intreccio Shizé S Woven Wicker 21st Century Centrepiece, SetsuShinobuIto
Located in Mogliano, Marche
Shizé S “The centerpiece draw its inspiration from Nature. The irregular shape of Shizè comes from the stones found in rivers.” Like a big rock sitting on furnishings in the home, this container has a soft, organic form. And it plays with the contrast between the ample size of the woven wicker part and the leather-clad plate that rests on the rim of the vessel. Complex in the making due to the asymmetrical form, and for the so called “passatemorte”, passages where the strand does not complete its circuit. Use and maintenance All the items are made with raw materials and are guaranteed for interiors. If it is necessary, they can also be installed outdoors as long as they are sufficiently protected from atmospheric agents and not directly exposed to the sunlight or water, in spaces like verandas, gazebos, arcades or protected spaces. The raw materials used for weavings could be not extremely homogeneous due to different physical properties and the items could have dimensions a bit different from descriptions listed in this document. The colors could change for the same reasons. Those features are the demonstration of authenticity of each product that is unique and handcrafted in Italy by Mogliano’s masters. Woven wicker is extremely resistant over the years, if it is stored in a dry place and without excessive temperature changes, and it could also change color or nuances due to its sunlight exposure based-on nature. The weaving by the craftsman is performed with soft and wet material, and the material dries naturally with the passage of time losing its elasticity. For this reason, avoid excessive pressures, overloads of heavy weights or impacts. The bases or wooden parts are entirely in solid wood: with the aging they could change in size and present natural micro-cracks. Avoid direct and long exposure to the sun, completely avoid wetting. About the lamp usage, in normal condition the items don’t require special maintenance. Technicals About item technical details and bulbs specifications, please refer to the technical data sheets. Cleaning Use a soft cloth for cleaning. Don’t use any chemicals, acids, scourers or steel brushes. The base in natural wood must be cleaned and dusted using a soft cloth, even slightly damp. Immediately wipe again with a soft, dry cloth. For lamps cleaning, unplug the appliance from electric power...
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2010s Italian Arts and Crafts Decorative Baskets

Materials

Leather, Wicker

Basket with Glass Liner
By Brown & Ward
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Arts & Crafts style basket with a removable glass liner. A lattice pattern around the entire body as well as handle. In the center a hand engraved monogram...
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1940s American Vintage Arts and Crafts Decorative Baskets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Arts and Crafts Embossed Brass Waste Paper Basket
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Arts and Crafts Embossed Brass Waste Paper Basket This good looking piece it is round in shape with a Christmas Coaching scene embossed on...
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1930s Vintage Arts and Crafts Decorative Baskets

Materials

Brass

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Located in Troy, MI
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Arts And Crafts decorative baskets for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Arts and Crafts decorative baskets for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage decorative baskets created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, brass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Arts and Crafts decorative baskets made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and England pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative baskets, popular names associated with this style include Setsu & Shinobu Ito, Brown & Ward, and WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for decorative baskets differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $350 and tops out at $1,664 while the average work can sell for $550.

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