What were antique ceramic baskets used for?

These vessels primarily held dry foods such as chestnuts, fruit, or sweetmeats at the conclusion of large banquets. Many also served as decorative table centrepieces filled with porcelain flowers or foliage. Over time, their role shifted toward purely ornamental displays within Victorian parlours and drawing rooms, where their intricate lattice work could be admired up close.

How do I care for an antique porcelain basket?

Display these fragile vessels away from direct sunlight and areas subject to sudden temperature fluctuations, which can stress old glazes. Dust them gently with a soft, dry brush rather than attempting immersion in water. If cleaning is necessary, use a damp cloth without harsh detergents, taking extra care around applied flower encrustations and delicate handles where historic adhesives or thin porcelain might be vulnerable.

How do I tell eighteenth-century pieces from nineteenth-century ones?

Eighteenth-century pieces, such as those from the First Period Worcester or early Meissen factories, typically feature softer paste bodies, hand-pencilled factory marks, and understated polychrome palettes. Their forms tend to be lighter and more closely tied to functional dining customs. Nineteenth-century items often exhibit brighter transfer prints, heavier earthenware bodies like majolica, and crisper moulded details influenced by industrial advancements in kiln technology.

Are all ceramic baskets sold with their original stands?

Many chestnut baskets were originally manufactured alongside matching undertram stands designed to catch crumbs or moisture. However, because these pieces were handled separately during service, stands were frequently separated from their baskets over the centuries. Finding a complete matched pair significantly enhances the historical integrity of the piece, though many fine baskets survived perfectly well on their own.

Home > Antiques For Sale > Ceramic Basket > Page 5

Antique Ceramic Basket

77 items · page 5 of 5

← Page 5 of 5 →

An antique ceramic basket brings tactile warmth and intricate hand-painted detail to a table, offering a glimpse into centuries of refined kiln craftsmanship.

Samson of Paris After Derby, Figurine of a Street Seller, C. 1850

19th century

Save

Samson of Paris After Derby, Figurine of a Street Seller, C. 1850

From Gillers Antiques Ltd

£300

FOR SALE

ceramics

19th century

Save

Antique 19th Century Meissen Style Work Basket Dish

From London City Antiques

£495

FOR SALE

ceramics

Rockingham Porcelain Named View Basket, Applied Flowers, C 1832-40

19th century

Save

Rockingham Porcelain Named View Basket, Applied Flowers, C 1832-40

From Touch of Time Antiques

£565

FOR SALE

ceramics

18th century

Save

Pair 18thc Worcester Baskets

From Millers Antiques

£480

FOR SALE

ceramics

Rare Pair of Sitzendorf Rococo Porcelain Figural Candlesticks, "Gardeners with Baskets" on Floral Bases

19th century

Save

Rare Pair of Sitzendorf Rococo Porcelain Figural Candlesticks, "Gardeners with Baskets" on Floral Bases

From Gillers Antiques Ltd

£700

FOR SALE

ceramics

Royal Worcester Porcelain Figure – Cherub with Basket

19th century

Save

Royal Worcester Porcelain Figure – Cherub with Basket

From Shackladys Antiques

£3,295

FOR SALE

ceramics

19th century

Save

C19th Large Jardiniere or Log Bin

From Gary Wright Antiques Ltd

£1,750

FOR SALE

ceramics

18th century

Save

Pair of Meissen Porcelain Bouquetiere Figures, 18th Century

From Treaders Collectables

£2,000

FOR SALE

ceramics

Blanc De Chine Guanyin with Fish Basket, Dehua, Early 20th Century

1900 - 1920

Save

Blanc De Chine Guanyin with Fish Basket, Dehua, Early 20th Century

From Gillers Antiques Ltd

£300

FOR SALE

ceramics

A Rare Mason’s Ironstone China Chestnut Basket and Tray Indian Grasshopper Pattern

19th century

Save

A Rare Mason’s Ironstone China Chestnut Basket and Tray Indian Grasshopper Pattern

From Clive Payne Antiques

£480

FOR SALE

ceramics

Victorian potters modeled elaborate ceramic baskets to resemble everything from woven wicker to sea coral, ensuring fruit looked thoroughly bewildered.

Antique Royal Dux Figurine of a Woman with Wicker Baskets

1900 - 1920

Save

Antique Royal Dux Figurine of a Woman with Wicker Baskets

From Gillers Antiques Ltd

£300

FOR SALE

ceramics

Good Quality Pair of Porcelain Centre Pieces

1900 - 1920

Save

Good Quality Pair of Porcelain Centre Pieces

From John Howkins Antiques

£340

FOR SALE

ceramics

Pair of Antique Japanese Meiji Period Imari Porcelain Dishes

19th century

Save

Pair of Antique Japanese Meiji Period Imari Porcelain Dishes

From Applecross Antiques

£595

FOR SALE

ceramics

← 1 2 3 4 5 →

Antique Ceramic Basket

Samson of Paris After Derby, Figurine of a Street Seller, C. 1850

Antique 19th Century Meissen Style Work Basket Dish

Rockingham Porcelain Named View Basket, Applied Flowers, C 1832-40

Pair 18thc Worcester Baskets

Rare Pair of Sitzendorf Rococo Porcelain Figural Candlesticks, "Gardeners with Baskets" on Floral Bases

Royal Worcester Porcelain Figure – Cherub with Basket

C19th Large Jardiniere or Log Bin

Pair of Meissen Porcelain Bouquetiere Figures, 18th Century

Blanc De Chine Guanyin with Fish Basket, Dehua, Early 20th Century

A Rare Mason’s Ironstone China Chestnut Basket and Tray Indian Grasshopper Pattern

Antique Royal Dux Figurine of a Woman with Wicker Baskets

Good Quality Pair of Porcelain Centre Pieces

Pair of Antique Japanese Meiji Period Imari Porcelain Dishes

Add keywords to the filter

Price

Era

Period

Style

Material

Origin

Stock Location

Recently Added

Online Payments

Categories