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This exceptional antique buttocks basket (also known as a melon or egg basket) is a masterclass in American primitive folk art. Featuring a rare, naturallybent-twig handleand a perfectly executed\'God’s Eye\'(diamond) weave at the handle joints, this piece exhibits the hallmarks of a 19th-century master artisan.
Hand-crafted fromsplit oak splints, the basket has achieved a stunning, naturally oxidized honey-grey patina that only comes with over a century of age. Its classic double-lobed \'buttocks\' shape is tight, sturdy, and in remarkable condition for its age. Thetwig handlesimilarly is specifically smooth and worn from a century of use.
Whether styled as a centerpiece forhydrangeas, used as a chic \'seaside gathering\' accessory, or displayed on a library shelf, this basket adds an authentic layer of texture and \'old-money\' charm to any interior.
- Period:Late 19th to Early 20th Century (Circa 1880–1910)
- Materials:Hand-split oak/hickory splints, natural grapevine/twig handle.
- Condition:Excellent antique condition. Original patina. No significant breaks to the splints.
- Dimensions:14x12x7, top of handle 12” , 10.5 oz.
Other item used for display only, this is for the “buttock” basket.
