Handwoven Willow Rectangular Basket

Valérie Lavaure works from her remote studio just outside Uzès, France, where she weaves beautiful, functional baskets by hand. With a soft spot for colour, she explores the rich spectrum afforded by the different varieties of willow, just like the array of tints on this rectangular basket. Personal and whimsical with a utilitarian slant, it’s perfect for foraging, storage or taking with you on your next trip to the farmer’s market.

Material: willow
Country of origin: France
Dimensions: 31cm (h) x 44cm (l) x 30cm (w) / 12.1" (h) x 17.2" (w) x 11.7" (l)
Colour: brown and brown

Valérie Lavaure hand-weaves beautiful baskets from her studio in a remote forest hideaway outside Uzès, France. She discovered her love for basketry during the early 2000s while watching an expert weaver at work; ever since, she’s explored her passion by working with specialists across various establishments, from the Vannerie de Villaines cooperative to the Fayl-Billot school. Today, she looks to fellow artisans and established traditions for inspiration, taking purpose-built designs – like asparagus and strawberry baskets – and putting a multi-functional spin on them.

Product number: 2219906004

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