1940s Bowls and Baskets

Vintage traditional woven wicker case in a classic pattern. Made by an unknown manufacturer, in France, circa 1940 Materials: Wicker. In original condition, with mino...

A beautifully cast brass rhubarb leaf dish by Virginia Metalcrafters, modeled with deep naturalistic veining, softly ruffled edges, and a warm aged surface. The sculptural form captu...

An elegant ceramic fruit bowl resting on a faceted pedestal base, inspired by Art Deco geometric lines. Its octagonal silhouette and architectural form are enhanced by a crackle glaz...

An elegant Swedish bronze box with a fitted lid, crafted in the 1940s by B.H. Edlunds Silverfabrik in Stockholm. The box features a rich, dark patinated bronze exterior, refined gilt...

Beautiful pewter cannister from France, 1940s. Pewter cannister and lid with etched detail. Pewter divider within for organization. Original finish shows nice age and patina. Perfect...

Antique ceramic soap dish. Manufactured in Spain, circa 1940. In good original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. Materia...

Beautiful vintage Mid-Century picnic basket/case. In very good condition as it was never used. Lined with a gingham blue and white fabric. Made by unknown manufacturer in France ...

A 1940s Art Deco ashtray crafted from thick molded glass in a nuanced green hue. Its circular form is punctuated by faceted vertical panels, evoking a stylized flower or geometric ar...

1940s Day Basket Co. Handwoven White Oak Long Market Basket with Stamped Handle This charming 1940s handwoven market basket by the Day Basket Company of Maryland is a beautiful and ...

Based upon an Art Deco design from the 1940s this full lead clear crystal bowl from Kosta Boda in Sweden tics all the right boxes when it comes to Art Deco styling. The particular ex...

A striking example of vintage Spanish decorative metalwork, this sculptural ashtray combines the elegance of Art Deco design with the rich character of alpaca silver. The generously ...

Art Deco ashtray or vide poche in ceramic. Green color. Made in France. Fishes Patern.

Russel Wright's collaboration with Bauer Pottery in the 40s was short lived but resulted in some of what many consider his most evocative creations. Wright was displeased that the gl...

Murano Glass Bowl ‘A Grosse Costolature’ by Ercole Barovier for Barovier & Toso, Italy, 1940s This Murano glass bowl by Ercole Barovier was produced in the 1940s as part of the ...

Made in the UK by George Davidson, 1940s. This large oval bowl is made in sepia calcedony glass and features a rippled edge and an impressed star design on the base. It is a vintage ...

Barovier & Toso “Clam Shell” Bowl in Iridescent Murano Glass, Italy, 1940s An sculptural vessel by Barovier & Toso from the series 'Grosse Costolature'. Realised in translucent Mu...

A nice well sized low bowl designed by Allan Ebeling for Bo-Fajans. Features a really interesting color which presents somewhere around teal with blue and greens in it.

Scalloped Bronze Bowl designed by Niels Dam Ravn and produced by Nordisk Metalkunst in the 1940s. * Scalloped bronze Bowl with floral motifs * Designer: Niels Dam Ravn * Manufacture...

An exceptionally large Finnish root bowl, hand-carved from a single massive piece of birch root or burl wood. Measuring 29.5 inches (75 cm) in diameter, the bowl retains the irregula...

Large Italian fruit bowl from the 1940s, created by designer Umberto Bellotto. Central bowl made of thick yellow glass; highly decorative wrought-ir...

Decorative coaster/plate in isolit (plastic) and silver by Wilhelmina Wendt -1945. Good vintage condition, wear and patina consistent with age and use. Signed with makers mark. Wi...

Danish Art Deco patinated bronze dish made in Denmark 1940-50. In the style of Tinos and Salto bronze. Very nice vintage with beautiful patina.

Beautiful stoneware platter in a leaf shape by Gunnar Nylund. Purplish brown glaze with contrasting bright blue areas. Gunnar Nylund was one of the most influential ceramicists and designers of the Swedish mid-century period. He was Rörstrand’s creative leader from 1931 until 1949 and as such propelled the artistic work at the factory and served as mentor to younger artists, among them Carl-Harry Stålhane and Hertha Bengtsson. Nylund was a dedicated functionalist, who brought ideas of democratizing stoneware and creating beautiful, qualitative and affordable everyday items for the people to Rörstand in the mid-1920s. The factory had at the time lost its former leading market position, but Nylund’s efforts gave it a great reboot. He designed ceramic kitchenware...

A large circa 1940's Italian porcelain shell shaped cachepot. Measurements: Width: 19" Depth: 13" Height: 9"

Saxbo, Denmark. Ceramic bowl with brown glaze. Approximately 1940s. Ying Yang mark. Perfect condition. First factory quality. Dimensions: D 24.0 cm x H 4.0 cm.

Elegant French Art Deco ceramic plate designed by Roger Méquinion in France during the 1940s. This refined piece features a sophisticated sand-etched decorative motif, showcasing Méq...

Based upon a naturalistic French pattern from the early 20th century this ornate sculptural dish or tray was made in Scandinavia during the 1930s or 40s. Utilize it for jewelry, soap...

Georges Jouve's Ceramic cup or vide-poches " Feuille " signed with apollon mark on back Red/brown cracked enamel Measures: 18 cm x 11 cm.

Set of 4 Mid-Century Pewter Dishes in the Shape of Playing Card Symbols by Just Andersen, Denmark Stamped Just, Denmark, 2630, 2631, 2632, 2633 Just Andersen’s pewter pieces are hig...

A beautiful heavy Murano art glass bowl by Barovier Seguso & Ferro in honey yellow amber colour, Italy, circa mid / late 1940s It stays in very good original condition - with ...

Material: Bamboo Era: 1950s Condition: Perfect condition Dimensions: 50 x 45 x 25 cm (height x width x depth) Features and Details: This elegant magazine rack, crafted from bamboo in...

1940's Argenta stoneware plate with female siluett decor by Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg. The now iconic Argenta stoneware collection with its green gl...

An exceptionally rare and fine early piece by famed American ceramist Beatrice Wood featuring a dynamic and unique design. The colors illuminate like stained glass under the glaze wh...

Ove Fritz Rasmussen, Danish bronze caster. Art Deco bronze dish. Featuring a motif of leaping deer. Approximately from the 1940s. Marked. In excellent condition with patina. Partiall...

This beautiful French style doré bronze pierced basket is intricately decorated with roses and swag throughout. Monogrammed M on one side and at the top of the handle. Original curved glass insert. Perfect for wedding flowers...

Antique Victorian Silver-Plated Folding Biscuit Box, Shell Form, Sheffield, c. 1940s This exceptional antique Victorian style silver-plated folding biscuit box is a rare and highly decorative example of late 19th-century English silverplate, crafted in Sheffield, circa 1940s. Designed in an elegant shell form, the piece exemplifies the Victorian fascination with naturalistic motifs, sculptural metalwork, and refined domestic luxury. The shell-shaped body sits within a beautifully cast and chased frame, supported by richly detailed branch-form uprights a hallmark of high-quality Victorian decorative silverware. The surface displays a soft, luminous silver patina, enhancing the sculptural curves and organic detailing while preserving its authentic antique character. One of the most remarkable features of this piece is its ingenious folding mechanism. The box opens smoothly into two symmetrical halves, revealing its original hand-pierced interior dividers, meticulously crafted to separate biscuits, sweets, or confections. When closed, the box is secured by exquisite laurel wreath loose-ring handles, a classical Victorian motif symbolising elegance, achievement, and refinement. Both functional and ornamental, this silver-plated container works beautifully as a biscuit box, sweet box, trinket holder, or tabletop centrepiece. It makes a striking statement on a dining table, sideboard, console, or display cabinet, and transitions effortlessly between traditional, eclectic, maximalist, and curated contemporary interiors. Whether styled in a formal dining setting or as a decorative accent, it brings undeniable presence, craftsmanship, and historical depth. Origin: Sheffield, England Period: Victorian, circa 1940s Material: Silver-plated metal Technique: Cast, chased, hand-pierced interior Design & Decorative Appeal Sculptural shell-shaped body Elaborate branch-form supports Original hand-pierced silver-plated dividers Elegant folding opening mechanism Laurel wreath loose-ring handles Strong Victorian naturalist and neoclassical influence This piece embodies the finest traditions of Sheffield silverplate, combining ornamental richness with intelligent design—qualities that make it especially desirable to collectors and interior designers alike. Dimensions (cm) Height: 25 cm Width: 25 cm Depth: 15 cm Condition Excellent antique condition, with light age-appropriate wear consistent with use and period. The structure, mechanism, and interior dividers remain intact and fully functional. Please refer to photographs for a detailed condition assessment. Styling & Interior Use Perfect for: Luxury dining room décor Antique and period interiors Decorative sideboards and consoles Display cabinets and curio collections Traditional, Victorian, Edwardian, and eclectic homes An outstanding accent piece for collectors of Victorian silverware, Sheffield silverplate, and 19th-century decorative table objects. A striking and highly decorative antique silver-plated revolving biscuit box, exquisitely crafted in a refined Victorian style. This exceptional piece features a beautifully sculpted shell-form double compartment, elegantly mounted within an ornate swing frame stand, allowing the compartments to open gracefully with a smooth revolving action. The body is richly detailed with fluted shell patterns, symbolising classic European elegance, while the interior reveals delicate pierced openwork panels—both functional and decorative, enhancing airflow and visual sophistication. The framework is adorned with scrolling acanthus motifs, floral accents, and a central ring handle, making it as sculptural as it is practical. Raised on finely cast supports with intricate detailing, this piece embodies the luxury of antique silver tableware...

Embark on a journey through time with this enchanting pair of trash bins, relics from the early 1940s. Crafted in the distinctive Brutalist style, their designs radiate simplicity an...

A very rare, early and large Danish mid century ceramic stoneware bowl with decorative and vertical grooves in a grey greenish glaze by Arne Bang and produced by Holmegaard Stentøj i...

This vintage hand magnolia flower ring holder by Cleminsons Pottery is from 1941. The sculpture features a beautiful flower design that is perfect for all occasions. The glazed finis...

Created by Winslow Anderson in 1941 while a student at Alfred University, it is one of a kind and unique. Measures: 1.5" tall, 9" wide and 7" deep. Signed with Winslow Anderson's ...

Beautiful, understated Argenta round ceramic footed centrepiece platter by Wilhelm Kage for Gustavsberg, Sweden Applied silver trellis motif decorates the depressed centre, the oute...

A circa 1940's Italian shell tray. Measurements: Height: 3" Width: 4.5" Depth: 4"

A striking and substantial stoneware bowl designed by Danish ceramicist Eva Stæhr-Nielsen for SAXBO, Denmark, circa 1940s. This beautifully proportioned example features the restrain...

Vintage Easter bunny candy box. Easter bunny figure made of papier mâché from the 50th covered with fabric in cream color. Hand painted and decora...

Archimede Seguso 1940s swan-shaped murano glass bowl with gold dust.

Beautiful stoneware platter by Gunnar Nylund, with an embossed pattern. Dark brown glaze with celadon green “Mimosa” flecks. Gunnar Nylund was one of the most influential ceramicist...

A blue-glazed stoneware dish or bowl designed by Gunnar Nylund and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, c. 1940s. Wear consistent with age and use. Production-related absence of glaze to ...

Huge vintage French wicker basket with wood runners on base. I assume it's been for industrial use- a mill, maybe, rather than for ridicu...

Large Laura Anderson stoneware bowl measuring 3.5" in height by 11.25" diameter. Signed Laura Anderson, 1949. In very good vintage condition. The fol...

The Cote d'or plate was designed in 1943 by Marc Lalique for his father R.Lalique . The plate was only produced in white glass . This example is a very early one as it has the grap...

Just Andersen Dish in alloyed bronze (LB 512), c. 1940s. Large round Art Deco dish with a wide rim decorated with geometric inlaid bands. The warm green-brown patina and clean lines ...

A beautiful 1940s asymmetrical leaf platter made by American studio potter, Mariana van Allesch. Signed. Biography: Marianna von Allesch was born Maria Anna Steudel in Germany. ...

Danish Art Deco patinated bronze dish made in Denmark 1940-50. The dish has in the center a relief of a tableau from H. C. Andersen´s fairytale "The shepherdess and the chimney sweep...

In the 1940s, Lars Thoren (1918-2006) created a collection of white stoneware pieces for Rorstrand named “Vilda Blommor” or “Wildflowers”. The pieces had h...

Bronze cup Barbedienne Bronze gilt stripper Barbedienne Foundry Excellent condition with no restorations Origin France Circa 1940 Napoleon III style Founded by former Parisian wallpa...

Mid Century HLR signed for Design-Technics Studio Pottery Pale Olive Catchall / Hanging Dish, 1950's. Featuring a handcrafted dimensional, biomorphic, glazed Dark Olive Pottery, kidn...

Rope and wicker wastebasket. Vintage wicker and rope twined litter basket with rope ring handles. United States, circa 1940 Dimensions: 11.5” diameter x 12"Height.  

Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg Art Deco bowl from the Argenta series, 1940s. Stoneware with turquoise glaze and inlaid silver decorations, exterior featuring hand-incised female figure...

A stoneware bowl designed by Höganas Keramik, produced in Sweden, 1940s.  Overall Dimensions (inches): 2.6"H x 10.4"W x 8.75"D All items ship from High Point, North Carolina.

Large, heavy and impressive, this low bowl produced by the Gustavsberg porcelain works in Sweden features a sea dragon at its center, expressed in silver over a rich deep red glaze. ...