Antique Varnished Bamboo Hat Basket Painted With Flowers From 19th Century

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A 19th century, Chinese painted hat basket made with varnished bamboo. This basket adopts a circular shape adorned with gadroons … more A 19th century, Chinese painted hat basket made with varnished bamboo. This basket adopts a circular shape adorned with gadroons while two tall thin handles surmount the lid. Inside, the edge of the basket features refined black painted bamboo and flower patterns. The lid can be used as a bowl thanks to its circular base. The entire piece was made with carved bamboo, varnished in a brown hue. This 19th century Chinese painted and varnished bamboo hat basket would be a unique item in most homes and could lend an elegant addition to a living room or dining room perhaps as a vessel for displaying various decorative accessories. less