Antiques, Decorative and Fine Arts Auction
Antiques, Decorative and Fine Arts Auction
Lot 377: Pair of Venetian Style Gilt Decorated Waste Paper Baskets
2026-04-25T15:00:00Z
Start price: CAD $50
Lot 377:
Pair of Venetian Style Gilt Decorated Waste Paper Baskets
Description
A decorative pair of Venetian-style waste paper baskets featuring richly ornamented surfaces with gilt scrolling foliage against contrasting grounds—one in deep red, the other in a pale distressed cream. Each is embellished with repeating foliate motifs framed by patterned borders, executed in gold-toned decoration evocative of Italian baroque and rococo revival styles.
Origin: Likely Italy or European production
Date: Mid to late 20th century
Materials: Painted and gilt surface; likely papier-mache
Height: approx. 11 in
Diameter: approx. 10 in
Condition:
Crack to interior on one basket. Visible surface wear, rubbing, and losses to gilt consistent with decorative antiquing and use
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