Item Type: Pre-Loved
A handwoven Tuscan rattan basket that earns its place in a kitchen, at table, or propped by the door, the kind of object that looks right without trying.
Woven from natural rattan in a close, intricate pattern that gives the basket both structure and warmth. The round form sits at 34 cm across, with a generous 22 cm height: wide enough for bread, fruit, or whatever the day calls for. The handle arcs overhead to a total height of 50 cm, its slight asymmetry a mark of hand manufacture rather than a flaw. No two are the same.
This basket comes from Tuscany, made during the 1970s when Italian artisan basketweaving was still a living domestic tradition, with pieces produced not for export or decoration but for daily use in Italian households. Rattan was the material of choice: light, durable, and easy to work by hand. Pieces from this period carry the texture and variation that factory production never achieves.
Key Features
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Finish / Hardware: Natural rattan, close-woven with intricate pattern detail
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Era: 1970s Tuscan artisan production
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Features: Round form · Overhead handle · Hand-asymmetric construction
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Included: Basket only
Dimensions
Diameter 34 cm · Basket height 22 cm · Overall height with handle 50 cm
Care Instructions
- Wipe clean with a dry or lightly damp cloth; do not soak
- Keep away from prolonged moisture to prevent warping
- Store away from direct sunlight to preserve the natural colour
- A light brush removes dust from the weave without disturbing the structure
Item Details:
Minor surface marks consistent with careful storage. The weave is fully intact throughout — no broken strands, no loosening at the base or rim. The handle is sound and the asymmetry is original to its making.
Brand: L'Officina General Store
Made in: Italy
Material: Rattan
Detailed Dimensions:
- Width: 34 cm
- Length: 50 cm
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