Italian Majolica Lattice Fruit Basket, c. 1960s-1970s

Story

Post-war Italy saw a massive resurgence in artisanal ceramics as the country rebuilt its economy through the 'Made in Italy' brand. These baskets were often purchased as sophisticated souvenirs by travelers or imported to high-end department stores like Neiman Marcus and Bloomingdale's.

Maker / Origin

While often marked simply 'Italy' or 'Hand Painted,' these pieces primarily originate from the Veneto region, specifically the town of Bassano del Grappa.

Condition & Value

The piece appears to be in excellent vintage condition with no visible chips to the delicate leaf tips or fruit stems. In these woven pieces, even a small hairline crack in the lattice can be structural, but this example looks well-preserved. Excellent condition is rare for this type of ceramic and maintains its modest value.