Vintage Chinese Wicker Rooster Basket, Handwoven Rattan, 1970s

Vintage Chinese wicker rooster basket, circa 1970s, handwoven in natural wicker, rattan, and bamboo reed with sculptural rooster form, arched handle, removable lidded body, raised tail, and carved wood details. The piece features a warm honey-brown woven surface, darker painted accents, a stylized comb, beak, and feathered tail, giving it a strong decorative presence from every angle.

This type of animal-form basket became especially popular during the mid to late 20th century, when handmade wicker and rattan objects were widely appreciated for their craftsmanship and decorative character. The rooster form combines practical basketry with folk-inspired sculptural design, transforming a domestic storage object into a highly collectible decorative piece. The removable body allows the basket to function as a small container while maintaining the silhouette of a sculptural bird.

Today, this vintage Chinese wicker rooster basket works beautifully as a tabletop object, decorative basket, shelf accent, or sculptural conversation piece. It can be used to hold napkins, dried flowers, or small objects, though it also has enough visual presence to stand alone within a layered interior. Its handmade texture, warm natural material, and playful form make it especially appealing in rustic, folk art, cottage, coastal, and eclectic interiors.

Details

• 1stDibs reference: LU10969250188812
• Period: Mid-20th Century
• Date: 1970
• Origin: China
• Materials: Rattan
• Techniques: Hand-Crafted
• Style: Rustic
• Dimensions: H 8 × W 5 × D 10 IN
• Condition: GOOD