Vintage Hand-Woven Wicker Duck Basket, c. 1960s-1970s

Story

The 1960s saw a massive cultural shift toward 'Naturalism,' where homeowners traded the cold plastics of the early Space Age for the warmth of hand-woven materials.

Maker / Origin

While typically unsigned, these pieces were crafted by artisans in long-standing basket-weaving communities who adapted traditional techniques—used for centuries in fishing and agriculture—to meet Western decorative tastes.

Condition & Value

The piece shows honest age-related wear, including minor paint loss on the beak and wing tips. The weaving appears structurally sound, though the bamboo handle shows some dryness; keeping it away from direct heat will prevent further brittleness.