A charming and well-crafted vintage hand-woven splint basket with a graceful bentwood handle — the kind of small, purposeful object that brings warmth and texture to any shelf, table, or entryway. The body is woven in a classic checkerboard/twill pattern using flat natural splint strips in warm honey and tan tones, with a beautifully braided rim that adds a refined finishing touch. A delicate red accent is woven through the upper rim just below the handle attachment — a folk detail that gives the piece a subtle pop of color and handmade character.
The flat bentwood handle arches cleanly over the basket and is secured with wrapped splint at each side. The bottom is marked "BH / '92 / 388" — likely the maker's initials, year of creation (1992), and a piece number — making this a signed and dated example of American folk basketry.
A perfect vintage folk art basket for displaying on a bookshelf, using as a small catch-all, or incorporating into a curated collection of handmade objects. Pairs beautifully with natural wood, linen, and earthy tones.
Key Features
Hand-woven flat splint construction in checkerboard/twill pattern
Braided rim with red accent below handle attachment
Flat bentwood arched handle, wrapped at base with splint
Open lattice base with natural splint construction
