Antique Black Lacquer Rice Basket

Item Name: Antique Large Old Black Rice Measure Basket

Also Called "Dou" in Chinese,  Ancient China Standard unit of measurement for certain amount of grain or rice.  1 dou approximately equivalent to 10.35 Litres.

This is a fabulous antique Chinese grain measure, from the early 1900's This Chinese basket is made from cyprus and dovetailed at the seams.  Basket and wooden handle are reinforced with primitive, decorative hammered metal strips  & staples.

Basket is in sturdy condition and will look fabulous when displayed. Antique basket shows some signs of age, wear on handle, knicks and bumps and a couple minor cracks.   Metal pieces have age appropriate patina.

This rice bucket features a wooden body with metal fasteners for strength.

Perfect for bringing a Primitive Rustic feeling to your home, so many creative up cycling and re purposing ideas! We could imagine this old wooden crate holding some paint brushes and art supplies on the table