Vtg Amish Hand Woven Buttocks Basket Wood Handle Melon Egg Gizzard With Faux Ivy

Up for sale is a beautiful, authentic vintage hand-woven buttocks basket (also known as a melon or gizzard basket).  Featuring classic American folk construction, this primitive basket is highly collectible and makes a perfect rustic farmhouse statement piece, kitchen egg holder, or centerpiece.  Features & Craftsmanship:  Double-Lobe Design: Built over a sturdy bentwood frame, creating the traditional twin-pouch shape designed historically to cradle eggs securely.  God's Eye Weaving: Features the intricate, tightly woven God's eye pattern wrapping the handle joints on both sides.  Primitive Aesthetic: Woven from natural splint/reed material with a gorgeous warm patina that highlights its age and handmade heritage.  Condition Details:  Excellent vintage condition with a tight, sturdy weave. Natural, minor aging to the wood reeds as expected with handmade primitive items. No major breaks, loose structural pieces, or holes. Please review all photos closely for exact cosmetic details.  Bonus Included Greenery:  Comes complete with the lush, realistic artificial faux ivy vines shown in the photos. Ready to unbox and display immediately as a farmhouse table centerpiece, shelf filler, or hanging wall accent.