19th Century Chinese Hand Carved Wood & Bamboo Wedding & Offering Basket

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For your consideration is an antique Chinese carved wooden wedding or grain basket with a bamboo woven double handle. Dating … Read more For your consideration is an antique Chinese carved wooden wedding or grain basket with a bamboo woven double handle. Dating to the mid-19th century, this well preserved example stands approximately 9” in height exclusive of the handle, 18” to the top of the handle, and measures 14” in diameter. A classic bat motif decorates the top of the lid with a finely detailed scalloped relief carved on the vessel’s body at the edge of the opening. In overall good condition to be 150+/- years old, there is expected wear, rubbing, mild wood separation and splits that are commensurate for age and history of use. Please regard all of the photos as they are a descriptive part of the listing. Once prized for its function and utility, its now prized for its rarity as an exotic decorative for the home where it adds an original touch. See less