Exceptional Large Splint Gathering or Laundry Basket foxvalley2022 a few minor breaks around

a few minor breaks around the corners and handles can be forgiven with such fine splint work and age

The base is attached with the original dowels to molded cleats

circa 1820-1830

Price: $650

leather strap handle and original stopper

Exceptional Large Splint Gathering or Laundry Basket foxvalley2022 a few minor breaks aroundAn exceptional American circa late 1800s to early 1900s large splint basket. What struck me about this basket is it's elegant form despite its outsized presence. It is more elliptical than perfectly circular. The wide open top tapers gracefully into a base half it's diameter, which gives it the appearance over almost spilling outward. The two perfectly proportioned hand carve side handles go about 3 4 of the way down the body of the basket until they