Description
This pair of oval wicker baskets is woven by hand from natural willow, in two graduated sizes so the smaller sits neatly inside the larger. Each has a tall, arching handle twisted from several willow rods and bound to the rim with neat wraps at both ends, and the sides are woven in close rows above a woven base. The willow keeps its own pale, honey-toned natural shade. The larger basket is about 19.5cm long, 17cm wide and 10.5cm deep, not counting the handle, and the smaller is about 16cm long, 12.5cm wide and 8.5cm deep.
They are small, practical baskets for keeping the little things of daily life together. On a hall shelf the larger one gathers keys, sunglasses and loose change, while the smaller keeps hair ties, cotton reels or craft bits in order on a desk or dressing table. With a handle on each, they are easy to lift down and carry from room to room, and they look just as good set out on a windowsill or a kitchen dresser. They suit anyone who loves a natural, traditional look at home, and they make a thoughtful little present in their own right.
Willow is a light material, so neither basket is a burden to hold, and the smaller tucks inside the larger when you want to put them away. Because each one is woven by hand, colour and size can vary slightly from basket to basket, which is part of their charm. To care for them, dust with a soft dry cloth or brush, wipe with a lightly damp cloth if needed and let the willow dry fully, and keep them away from standing water. For a gift, we like to set the smaller basket inside the larger, line both with tissue, fill them with small presents and tie a ribbon round the handles.
Specification
| Brand |
Rex London |
| Material |
Willow |
| Length |
19.5cm |
| Width |
17.5cm |
| Height |
22.5cm |
| Weight |
0.111KG |
| Contents |
Set of 2 |
| Warnings |
Not for children under 3 years of age. |
Frequently Asked
How big are the two wicker baskets?
The larger basket is about 19.5cm long, 17cm wide and 10.5cm deep, and the smaller is about 16cm long, 12.5cm wide and 8.5cm deep, both measured without the handle.
What are the baskets made from?
Both baskets are woven by hand from natural willow. Because they are handmade, the colour and size can vary slightly from one basket to the next.
Do both baskets have handles?
Yes, each basket has a tall, arching handle twisted from willow rods and bound to the rim at both ends, so you can lift and carry it easily.
Do the two baskets nest together?
Yes, the baskets come in graduated sizes, so the smaller one sits neatly inside the larger and the pair takes up little more room than one basket.
How should I look after willow baskets?
Dust them with a soft dry cloth or brush, wipe with a lightly damp cloth if needed, let the willow dry fully, and keep them away from standing water.
Would this pair of baskets make a good gift?
They make a lovely gift. Line them with tissue, fill them with small presents and tie a ribbon round the handles for a pretty, natural way to give.