San Francisco Decorative Baskets

This late 19th century footed bowl would have been offered by Chinese traders traveling along the Silk Road in exchange for spices or gems. The Chinese a...

An Early 20th Century Antique Tan Leather Fire Bucket Dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900, this antique tan leather fire bucket is a fascinating and decorative piece of history. Likely originating from an English country house, it features a beautifully aged patina that exudes character and charm. The bucket is crafted from richly hued tan leather, which has gracefully aged with amber tones, showcasing a light, time-worn finish. The hessian-lined interior is remarkably clean for its age, making it both visually appealing and versatile for use or display. Adding to its allure is the original rolled leather carry handle, which enhances its practicality and aesthetic. The fascia is adorned with a Royal coat of arms, further highlighting its heritage and significance. These buckets were traditionally used as fire extinguishers, with water being fetched from nearby sources like rivers or fountains. By the 20th century, the modernization of fire brigades had largely rendered them obsolete, turning items like this into treasured collectibles. This antique leather fire bucket...

Large Danish early midcentury decorative centerpiece dish handmade in the 1940s at Humlebæk Keramik in the small town of Espergærde in northern Zealand. Cream yellow base with hand-p...

Beautiful midcentury oval bamboo and rattan container basket. This item is attributed was produced in Italy during 1950s. This amazing piece has a round bamboo structure with fini...

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...

This is a great looking extremely large early 20th century wicker mill basket. Great condition and sturdy. It is slightly leaning to one side but al...

Very rare simple and elegant midcentury umbrella stand or wastepaper basket designed by Carl Auböck II and manufactured by Werkstätten Auböck in the 1950s, Austria. It's made of raff...

These 1940s era metal baskets came out of an Illinois state penitentiary manufacturing facility. Baskets feature a 8.5 inch deep woven steel receptacle atop four angle-iron legs finished in a dark, army green paint. Baskets have been given a fresh coat of semi-gloss finish to preserve the beautifully worn patina and prevent future corrosion. These would make great blanket baskets...

Incredibly elegant Italian decorative waste basket or trash can fully made in sturdy pleated leather. This charming piece was produced in Italy during the 1950s by Nova Tecno, clear...

Luxury at its finest, high-end crystal bowl made and signed by Lalique. This rare Lalique centerpiece is decorated with daisy's. This round shaped centerpiece bowl has understated e...

Look at this primitive Antique Chinese Official Wooden Rice Measurement Bucket "Dou". It is 100 percent hand made and has about 140 years history. You can see that all the joints are...

Rice barrel with lid. Decorated with cartouches with flowers and butterflies. China, early 19th century.