Wicker Baskets Collection

India, Uttar Pradesh, Varanasi, Sindhia Ghat, Wicker baskets on bamboo poles containing lanterns. It is believed that the lights from diya oil lamps will lighten the path for the souls of dead

India, Goa, Fishermen on Colva beach

A Greengrocer of the Commercial Road, East End of London (sepia photo)
STC347661 A Greengrocer of the Commercial Road, East End of London (sepia photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Preparing For Market, pub. 1856, Currier & Ives (colour litho)
3471073 Preparing For Market, pub. 1856, Currier & Ives (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; American, out of copyright

The High Street at Alencon
CH35264 The High Street at Alencon by Cotman, John Sell (1782-1842); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

A view of Pennyfields, Chinatown (sepia photo)
STC344694 A view of Pennyfields, Chinatown (sepia photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Ladies with their young charges await the bus to take them on their holidays at Easter. 27th March 1932

Preparing For Market, pub. 1856, Currier & Ives (Colour Lithograph)

Tiny red flowers of Verbena Carousel, purple-white flowers of Petunia Surfinia Blue Vein
Purple-red flowers of Petunia Purple Wave and grey-green leaves of Helichrysum petiolare trailing over edge of basket

Illustration, two men standing in basket of rising hot-air balloon, one talking into radiophone, the other one looking down, low angle view

Mule (Male Donkey / Female Horse Offspring) with two wicker baskets hanging over its back, sniffing the ground
Mule (Male Donkey/Female Horse Offspring) with two wicker baskets hanging over its back, sniffing the ground, side view

Standing Mule (Male Donkey / Female Horse Offspring) with wicker baskets hanging over its back, side view
Standing Mule (Male Donkey/Female Horse Offspring) with wicker baskets hanging over its back, side view

Rural scene, with old man sitting in farmyard

Morocco, Ziz Gorge, Phoenix dactylifera, Dates, displayed for sale in large wicker baskets, high angle view

Basket of cherries and basket of cranberries

Ginger Shorthaired Cat (Felis catus) curled up in wicker basket, high angle view

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"Wicker Baskets: A Timeless Tradition of Utility and Beauty" From the bustling Herring Fishery at Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, England to the vibrant Sindhia Ghat in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India, they have been an integral part of various cultures across the globe. These versatile containers have stood the test of time and continue to play a crucial role in our daily lives. Picture yourself strolling along Colva beach in Goa, India. The sight of fishermen skillfully balancing wicker baskets on bamboo poles is both mesmerizing and awe-inspiring. Their expertise in using these traditional vessels showcases a deep-rooted connection with their coastal heritage. In sepia-toned photographs capturing moments from history, we catch glimpses of London's Commercial Road where a greengrocer proudly displays his fresh produce in sturdy wicker baskets. Meanwhile, Currier & Ives' vivid lithographs transport us back to 1856 when market vendors meticulously arranged their goods within intricately woven containers. Not limited to just practicality or commerce, it also add charm and character to everyday scenes. As we wander through Alencon's High Street or Pennyfields in Chinatown London, we can't help but notice how these timeless pieces seamlessly blend into their surroundings while exuding an air of elegance. Whether it be for carrying freshly caught fish from quaysides or transporting fruits and vegetables for sale at local markets worldwide - they can truly indispensable companions for those who rely on them daily. They embody resilience as they withstand the test of time while remaining functional yet visually appealing. Even today, as ladies eagerly await buses that will whisk them away on holiday adventures during Easter break – young charges by their sides – trusty wicker baskets accompany them filled with essentials for their much-anticipated getaways.