Basket - Earthenware - Brussels faience

A Brussels faience basket from the 18th century.
Maker: Phillipe Mombaers
This offered piece rarely comes onto the market and is usually found in private collections or museums.

Basket with two braided handles decorated with flowers. The exterior is covered with braided reeds in a cross pattern.
The man's tooth shows no cracks. There is erosion of the enamel and a single chip. See condition.


Condition: In excellent condition considering the age of the basket.
There is wear of the glaze on the edges of the handles. See photos.
A chip in the middle bottom, see the photo.