Basket Makers Collection

St Anthony the Great, patron saint of basket makers (chromolitho)
1094000 St Anthony the Great, patron saint of basket makers (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Anthony the Great, patron saint of basket makers)

The wicker, c. 1900 (chromo)
1790198 The wicker, c. 1900 (chromo); (add.info.: the wicker in France, from the harvest to the baskets and toys, early 20th century); Photo © CCI

An engraving depicting two male basket makers, 19th century
5310669 An engraving depicting two male basket makers, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1866); Universal History Archive/UIG

Evening gathering, c.1850 (print)
8698474 Evening gathering, c.1850 (print); (add.info.: Agriculture. Evening gathering in the stable. Epinal print, France, ca 1850.); © Archives Charmet

The Basket-Makers, Sousse (colour litho)
8652010 The Basket-Makers, Sousse (colour litho) by Nesbitt, Frances (1864-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Basket-Makers, Sousse)

Girl with basket, 1881 (painting)
8701491 Girl with basket, 1881 (painting) by Werenskiold, Erik Theodor (1855-1938); 66x48 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Painting by Erik Werenskiold (1855-1938)); Photo © O. Vaering

Still Life with Dead Birds and a Basket of Oysters, c. 1860 - 1880 (oil on fabric)
XOS5879764 Still Life with Dead Birds and a Basket of Oysters, c. 1860 - 1880 (oil on fabric) by Ribot, Germain (1845-93); 46x55.3 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

The Bridge of San Paolo, 1793. Creator: Jacob Philip Hackert
The Bridge of San Paolo, 1793

Wire merchant. Buy salad baskets. around 1819 (print)
8600307 Wire merchant. Buy salad baskets. around 1819 (print) by French School, (19th century); 42.5x32.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: in "The small street trades)

The Basket-Maker (engraving)
7163992 The Basket-Maker (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Basket-Maker. Illustration for The Book of Trades, or Circle of Useful Arts (10th edn)

"Our Blind Basket-Maker"(engraving)
7188267 " Our Blind Basket-Maker" (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Vannier; Basket-maker; Korbflechter (engraving)
7197880 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Vannier; Basket-maker; Korbflechter (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vannier; Basket-maker; Korbflechter)

Professions, from a stained glass window in Chartres Cathedral, France, 13th Century (chromolitho)
7173176 Professions, from a stained glass window in Chartres Cathedral, France, 13th Century (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Professions)

Basket Makers Store, c. 1936. Creator: John Fisk
Basket Makers Store, c. 1936

Blind Basket-Makers (engraving)
1625945 Blind Basket-Makers (engraving) by Herkomer, Hubert von (1849-1914) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Blind Basket-Makers)

Indian basket makers on the St, Lawrence River in the 1890a s
6117267 Indian basket makers on the St, Lawrence River in the 1890As by American Photographer, (19th century); (add.info.: Indian basket makers on the St. Lawrence River in the 1890A s)

St. Andrews. North Street, Fishergate, 1843-47. Creators: David Octavius Hill
St. Andrews. North Street, Fishergate, 1843-47

Indian basket makers on the St. Lawrence River in the 1890 s. From the book The United States of America - One Hundred Albertype Illustrations From Recent Negatives of the Most Noted Scenes of Our

Basket weaving in Swanley 1936 A TopFoto
Basket weaving in Swanley 1936 eTopFoto

Source Size = 4981 x 3580
Blind Basket-Makers, 1871

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"Basket Makers: Weaving a Timeless Craft" In the realm of skilled artisans, basket makers hold a special place, their craft intertwined with history and tradition. From ancient times to modern days, these master weavers have shaped nature's bounty into functional and beautiful creations. One such figure who stands as a symbol for basket makers is St. Anthony the Great, revered as the patron saint of their trade. A chromolitho depiction showcases his divine presence guiding their hands in creating intricate baskets that serve both practical and spiritual purposes. Engravings like "The Basket-Maker" and "Our Blind Basket-Maker" offer glimpses into the daily lives of these craftsmen. Their nimble fingers deftly manipulate reeds or twigs, transforming them into vessels of artistry and utility. The images capture not only their skill but also the resilience and determination they possess despite any physical limitations. Le Vocabulaire Illustre further immortalizes this noble profession through its engraving titled "Vannier; Basket-maker; Korbflechter. " It serves as a testament to how basket making transcends borders, connecting cultures across time with its universal appeal. Even stained glass windows at Chartres Cathedral pay homage to these artisans from centuries past. In vibrant chromolithos, professions including basket making are depicted alongside other esteemed tradesmen, reminding us of their integral role in society during medieval times. Moving forward in time, photographs like John Fisk's snapshot of the "Basket Makers Store" circa 1936 showcase how this age-old craft continued to thrive amidst changing landscapes. The image captures rows upon rows of meticulously crafted baskets waiting to be cherished by those seeking both functionality and beauty. Not limited to one corner of the world, Indian basket makers on the St. Lawrence River in both 19th-century engravings and photographs demonstrate how this timeless art form traversed continents. Their creations speak volumes about the cultural heritage and craftsmanship passed down through generations.