Unusual Antique New England Hourglass Shaped Dark Splint Basket baked beans pot it might have been used

it might have been used for holding something live that might have the capacity to jump out

and they are otherwise in very good condition

including both antique and contemporary decor

as were these

my guess it that it was his and I would guess dates to the 1970s or so

Unusual Antique New England Hourglass Shaped Dark Splint Basket baked beans pot it might have been usedWhat an extraordinarily beautiful basket I think this is, and it is one I handle pretty carefully as I believe it is really very old and somewhat fragile. I have looked at lots and lots of antique woven splint baskets, and have found next to none with this sort of hour glass shape. With its narrow neck, it might have been used for holding something live that might have the capacity to jump out! The fixed handle is carved wood notched just above and