Very Early Nantucket Lightship Basket, Circa 1860
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7 in H x 10-3/4 in L x 9 in W.
Country of Origin :- United States
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Very Early Nantucket lightship basket, circa 1860, an oval open basket with wide splint staves, split wood rim, cane weave, solid birch bottom plate, and shaped swing handle attached by rivet to the heavy ears which are continuous as staves inserted into the bottom plate.
An extremely early basket (the very first Nantucket Lightship baskets are thought to have been made around 1850), that remains in extremely good condition. There are no breaks to the weave, staves or handle. The early bentwood rim has warped over time, and has even cracked a bit at the stress points: all part and parcel to the age and charm of this baskets. There is some very old white stain, perhaps from water, on the interior bottom plate. The basket has a very serious and deep patina.
There are two small brads on the bottom anchoring the handle staves in the bottom plate: these may be original to the construction, or could have been added at some point to secure those staves.
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Denise Gough Verified Customer
A remarkable survivor from the dawn of Nantucket Lightship basket-making, this 1860 example demonstrates exceptional construction with its continuous stave handles and solid birch bottom. The warped rim and minor staining, though noted, enhance rather than diminish its historical authenticity and deep patina.
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David Harold Verified Customer
This circa 1860 Nantucket lightship basket, an early oval open design, whispers tales of the sea. Its splendid cane weave, wide splint staves, and swing handle remain intact. While the bentwood rim shows charming age and a deep patina, it is a remarkably preserved piece, even with the small brads and old stain.
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