{"product_id":"grand-vintage-french-provincial-basket","title":"Grand Vintage French Provincial Basket","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis magnificent 28-inch diameter basket is an authentic piece of French Provincial utility art, likely dating to the mid-20th Century. Baskets of this substantial size were indispensable items in French country homes, primarily used as large laundry hampers (\u003ci\u003epaniers à linge\u003c\/i\u003e) or harvesting and gathering baskets (\u003ci\u003epaniers de récolte\u003c\/i\u003e). It is handwoven from sturdy wicker or willow, designed for daily labor and longevity. The natural material has been finished with a delicate whitewash patina, giving it the desirable, chic \"shabby chic\" and French Country aesthetic that speaks to sun-drenched homes and effortless elegance. Its large volume and wide, shallow profile are signatures of a true gathering piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to its sheer scale, this basket is highly versatile and should be used as a floor-standing statement piece in Coastal, Farmhouse, or Scandinavian interiors. The light, neutral coloring adds texture without visual weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse it as a Grand Scale Planter: As demonstrated (and pictured), it is the perfect cachepot for a large rubber plant, fiddle leaf fig, or olive tree, instantly upgrading any plant to a piece of effortless French decor. Or make it a High-End Storage Solution: Its generous 28-inch diameter is ideal for storing throw blankets, decorative pillows, or seasonal items by the fireplace or at the foot of a bed, keeping clutter contained while adding a sophisticated layer of woven texture.\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e*Era: Vintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e*Material: Wicker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e*Size: 28“(D) x 13“(H)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e*Color: White\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e*Condition: Wear consistent with age \u0026amp; use, blemishes and imperfections will be present. These are not to be considered defects but rather part of its character \u0026amp; historical value.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e**Please bear in mind that colors of products shown may vary slightly from their original color due to monitor display settings or photography studio.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handwoven wicker\/willow with whitewash patina finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 28\"D × 13\"H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e French Provincial utility-basket tradition (paniers à linge \/ paniers de récolte); sourced from French country estates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage (mid-20th century)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wear consistent with age and daily use; light surface wear and natural patina variation are authentic markers of character, not defects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Whitewash patina, classic \"shabby chic\" French Country aesthetic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"DE-COR | Globally Inspired","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49944085102744,"sku":"IMG_2964","price":685.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/2612\/5208\/files\/IMG_2964_1efff7e2-bf15-4d11-821a-c36c9fc5262d.jpg?v=1789762914","url":"https:\/\/veronicasopencloset.store\/products\/grand-vintage-french-provincial-basket","provider":"Veronicas OPEN CLOSET","version":"1.0","type":"link"}