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Antique Chinese Handpaintd Gilt 2Tier Split Bamboo Octagonal Wedding Basket FINE

$ 73.91

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Condition: FINE condition - clean, functional, sturdy - structurally intact with minimal wear in paint. Displays well. Minor defects: (1) crack in lid at one corner & joint has separated slightly at another corner (last two photos) (2) worn spots in woven bamboo handle at edge (3) worn lacquer & wood trim at top edge of first tier of basket (4) worn lacquer on interior bottom of second tier (5) one floral-shaped metal cap is missing from base of handle on each side.
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Region of Origin: China
  • Age: 1900-1940
  • Primary Material: bamboo
  • Color: Brown, Black, Gold
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
  • Maker: unknown
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Type: Baskets
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days

    Description

    Antique - Chinese Hand-painted Gilt 2-tier Split Bamboo Octagonal Wedding Basket - FINE
    Authentic, antique, two-tier, split-bamboo, octagonal basket made in China and designed to transport and serve food. This one has been elaborately
    decorated
    in gold and black for special occasions, such as weddings. Decorative motifs include birds, fish, flowering plants, and Chinese figures in traditional costumes. We believe a mark at the bottom of the illustration on the lid might be
    the maker's signature
    .
    Also please see our
    Condition Description
    and photographs.
    Assembled basket measures 12 1/4" tall (17" tall to top of upright metal handle) x 12" wide -
    each of the eight sides is approx. 5" wide.
    Basket includes three parts:
    Lid - 12" wide (each of the eight sides is approx. 5" wide) x 2 5/8" tall
    (2 1/4" deep interior)
    Top Tier - 1
    2" wide
    (each of the eight sides is
    approx.
    5" wide)
    x 4" tall (3 1/4" deep interior)
    Bottom Tier -
    1
    2" wide
    (each of the eight sides is
    approx.
    5" wide)
    x 6 1/4" tall
    including 2" base
    (4" deep interior)
    Lot weight is 5 lbs. 10 oz., estimated package weight is 9 lbs. Will be thoroughly padded and carefully packed for secure, intact delivery.
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