#306

Collection of French Woven Baskets and Candy Containers
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$450
sold
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Description
7" (18 cm.) w. largest. In various sizes,styles and weaves,the wonderful collection includes egg-shaped holiday candy containers with intricate weaves,a beautiful oval lidded basket with tufted red silk interior,a double-handled market basket,a very fancily-woven basket with multi-colored weave and hinged lid,and a valise-shaped basket with leather handle and straps having original "Boissier" label of Paris candy store of the 19th century. Excellent condition. French,mid/late 19th century.