Antique Primitive Splint Gathering Basket Solid Carved Wood Bottom 19th C Patina

authentic, highly collectible antique American primitive split-wood gathering basket, dating from the late 19th to early 20th century. This heavy-duty utility basket features a unique hybrid construction, showcasing meticulously hand-woven wood splints integrated into a thick, solid-carved wooden plank bottom.  Measurements: • Height: 13.5 (to top of handle) • Base Length: 9.5 • Base Width: 5  deep amber patina and authentic oxidation that can only be achieved through genuine age and decades of real agricultural use. The solid wood bottom is structurally intact with no major cracking or splitting. The weave remains tight and secure.  utilitarian farm items of this age, the decorative fabric/binding along the top wrapped rim shows significant historic fraying, wear, and fragmentation  This honest wear does not compromise the structure of the basket and adds true rustic, primitive character.   Cottagecore, Primitive Art Antique Shabby Chic Folk Art