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Good Fortune River Basket

Offered by: PAGODA RED

Description
Centuries ago, a woven reed fisherman’s basket such as this would have been common in rural China as an everyday item, used until it became worn through. This hand-woven example remains in beautiful condition and features a tapered woven body secured to a round wooden rim. The willow and reed weave has worn beautifully with time but remains intact - a true testament to the maker’s skill. At some point in its life, the basket was plastered with celebratory paper signs, most prominently a red sign to beckon good fortune in the new year. The storied basket is ideal today as a waste bin or storage container.

More Information

Period:	1900-1919
Creation Date:	c. 1900
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	TLB132KK
Incollect Reference #:	843369

Dimensions

H.	15.5 in;	Diam.	14 in;
H.	39.37 cm;	Diam.	35.56 cm;

Message from Seller:

PAGODA RED is a Chicago-based gallery celebrating extraordinary objects, handmade artistry, and the rich stories they carry from around the world. For inquiries or appointments, please call 773.235.1188 or email us at info@pagodared.com.