Mid 20th Century Vintage Mid Size Nantucket Wicker Woven Basket

Description

This mid-sized, vintage oval Nantucket Lightship basket is perfect for enthusiasts of coastal chic and Nantucket preppy decor. Acquired from … more This mid-sized, vintage oval Nantucket Lightship basket is perfect for enthusiasts of coastal chic and Nantucket preppy decor. Acquired from an older estate, this traditional Nantucket basket features a wood base, rattan staves, cane weaving, brass screws, and traditional knobs. The basket has a unique rugby striped appearance thanks to some darker cane used in its design. It measures approximately 7.5 inches wide, 9.5 inches deep, and 5.5 inches high to the top of the basket, with a total height of 10 inches including the working swing handle.

It has many versatile uses:
- Ideal for showcasing a dried flower arrangement, or use a glass insert for fresh flowers, herbs, or as an orchid pot.
- Perfect for a powder room to hold rolled-up hand towels.
- Great for decorating a bookshelf or table, or adding to your Nantucket basket collection.
- Functions as a catchall for collecting mail, dropping keys, a wallet, sunglasses, and dog leashes.
- Useful for organizing hair accessories.
- Can be placed on your kitchen counter for utensils, oils, vinegars, or spices. less