Vintage 1900 French Walnut Gathering Basket Salt & Pepper everyday objects

everyday objects

a stork carrying a bundle for the date and a tape measure for the baby's length

A south of France themed square platter for summer entertaining

It is a singular piece that blends utility with the charm of early decorative craft

Vintage 1900 French Walnut Gathering Basket Salt & Pepper everyday objectsAn oval French medium sized gathering basket with a century plus history shaped by hand from wooden slats and fitted with a handle that settles comfortably in the crook of the arm. This style of basket served many purposes across rural France. It was carried inland during the walnut harvest and used along the coast for oysters and small seaside provisions. The simple construction and honest materials reflect the working life of the period.