Large Woven Basket with Lid - Finland, Mid-Century

A beautifully made large basket with a fitted lid and wide arched handle. Handwoven from natural rattan in a soft honey tone, it feels both functional and sculptural - the kind of everyday object that’s quietly perfect in its proportions. The low, rounded form and fine, even weaving show real skill and an eye for balance.

Woven baskets like this were common in Finland during the mid-century decades, when local artisans began refining traditional techniques into modern shapes that suited both urban and rural homes. Honest materials and clean forms - the same values that shaped Finnish design as a whole.

Ideal for storing wool socks, magazines, or knitting supplies, or simply as a beautiful reminder of handmade Finnish craft. Tough, timeless, and full of character.

✦ Height 35 cm (with handle), Ø 40 cm
✦ Handwoven rattan
✦ Period: 1950s–1970s
✦ Made in Finland
✦ Very good vintage condition with light patina and wear consistent with age

ABOUT FINNISH BASKETRY
Woven baskets have long been part of Finnish household craft. By the 1950s, many small workshops and co-operatives began producing refined, modern versions like this - sturdy, well-proportioned, and meant for real use. The best ones combine utility with quiet beauty, bridging the worlds of folk craft and modern design.