Description
A masterpiece of functional design, this antique woven backpack was originally crafted for the rigors of mountain life in Southeast Asia. Known as a harvest carrier, it is constructed from tightly plaited rattan over a sturdy bamboo or wood frame, featuring a solid wooden base for stability. The ingenious shape—tapered at the bottom and wider at the top with a protective flap—kept the load balanced and dry during long treks through rice terraces or forests. The basket boasts a deep, smoked patina, evidence of years of use near hearth fires and in the fields.
Specifications
- Material: Tightly plaited woven rattan over a bamboo/wood frame with solid wooden base
- Dimensions: 16"L × 7.25"D × 18.5"H
- Origin: Southeast Asian basketry tradition; mountain harvest carrier/backpack, specific country and village of origin unrecorded
- Era: Antique
- Condition: Rich smoked patina with intact weaving and excellent structural integrity; wear consistent with age and use
- Special Detail: Tapered base with wider top and protective flap; deep smoked patina from years of use near hearth fires and in the fields