Vintage Philippine Pencil Reed Bamboo Bowl/Basket

Small natural colored vintage basket from the Philippines. It is constructed out of tightly coiled pencil reed and has four straps on the outside running from the top to the base for decoration and additional stability. 

Its neutral color and patina would lend visual and sculptural interest to a variety of interior spaces from Coastal, Beach, Japandi or Organic Modern. 

Place of Origin: Philippines 

Date of Manufacture: 1950s–1960s 

Condition: Excellent

Wear: Consistent with age and use. Please refer to pictures.

Dimensions: 7 in. Diam. X 3 in. H

Reference: Philippine Basketry - An Appreciation by Robert F. Lane