Vintage 1910 French Wicker Potato Basket type1 the white oak

the white oak

his court and his friends

like ripples in a tide pool

The bin’s generous scale makes it a striking decorative piece for a pantry

Fill with ice cubes and serve with water

Vintage 1910 French Wicker Potato Basket type1 the white oakThis vintage 1910 French potato basket is hand woven from wicker in a beautifully open weave pattern designed for the practical rhythms of farm life. The airy construction allowed loose soil to fall away as potatoes were gathered from the fields, while also encouraging airflow to help preserve the harvest. Both utilitarian and sculptural, the basket carries the enduring charm of the French countryside, where everyday objects were made with remarkable