Vintage Gorham Jane Hutcheson Fleurs Des Siecles Strawberry Flower Basket 5 Inch For Sale

Up for sale is a rare mid-century botanical object d\'art: a Jane Hutcheson \"Fleurs des Siècles\" strawberry flower basket, produced in partnership with Gorham Silversmiths. This beautiful sculpture features enameled wild strawberries, green leaves, and delicate white flowers with crystal centers, all arranged in a woven gilt-brass basket.

Overall, the basket itself is in very good, structurally sturdy vintage condition. However, due to the delicate and fragile nature of historical cold enamel on thin metal wires, there are noticeable enamel losses and chips on the green leaves.

• The Basket & Handle: The woven gilt-brass basket remains firm, upright, and structurally perfect. The handle is stable and securely attached.
• Enamel Flaking: As is typical and expected for Jane Hutcheson pieces of this age, the enamel on the foliage is brittle. There are flakes and areas of missing green enamel on the leaves where the bright golden brass metal base is exposed underneath.
• Visual Disclaimer: No attempt has been made to touch up or repair the enamel; it is sold in honest, as-found vintage condition. All specific chips, flakes, and metal exposure are clearly documented in the high-resolution photographs.
• Definitive Description: The provided macro photos serve as the absolute and final word regarding the cosmetic state of this piece. You will receive the exact strawberry basket shown.

To prevent any further enamel flaking or shifting during transit, this item will be double-boxed and meticulously packed using soft, high-grade materials and layers of bubble wrap. Shipped within 1 business day with tracking and full insurance.