Panier Perigourdian early 20th century

early 20th century

kindling or to use as laundry basket these vintage French mid 20th century baskets are so functional

33 cm x 23 cm

width 45-47 cm

Signed AF Leeracker

Panier Perigourdian early 20th centuryThis beautiful French basket (also called Bouyricou) were traditionally made in the Perigord, Dordogne regions. Apparently they were used for gathering Jerusalem artichokes, potatoes, walnuts and mushrooms. As an agricultural basket, the open spiral of 'spokes' at the bottom of the basket helped dirt and stones to fall through after shaking or swilling the basket and produce in a stream or river. Length 58 cm Height 31 cm Width 38 cm *excellent