Large 18” Burmese‎ Lacquer Rice Basket, Lidded Bamboo Vessel Vintage Collectible

A vintage Burmese lacquered bamboo rice basket with fitted lid, elevated on its original carved wood base. Handwoven and lacquered in deep oxblood red with black floral medallion detailing, the cylindrical form carries both sculptural presence and utilitarian history.  Details - Mid-20th century (circa 1940–1970) - Origin: Burma / Northern Thailand region - Approx. 18” height - Handwoven bamboo and rattan construction - Red and black lacquered finish with hand-painted floral motif - Original fitted lid - Original carved wood base - Exterior lacquer cracking consistent with age - please see images  The vertical ribbing and layered lacquer give this piece architectural rhythm. It reads beautifully against plaster, dark millwork, or stone, and can function as a storage vessel, pedestal accent, or sculptural floor object. Allow the patina to speak — this is material culture, not reproduction décor.  Burmese lacquer basket, vintage rice box, Southeast Asian storage vessel, lacquered bamboo container, lidded rice basket, handwoven bamboo decor, red lacquer vessel, Asian floor basket, mid century Southeast Asia, sculptural storage container, global interior accent, antique style rice container, woven rattan vessel