This little showstopper was in my hand and purchased as soon as I could get to the register!
I fell in love with it's simple and elegant design.
My new little treasure is a Bridal Basket, I believe it
to be Circa 1890-1900
I've read that before the emergence of the bridal bouquet, brides and flower girls in the
Victorian era carried wedding baskets down the aisle.
Can't you just picture delicate little white roses placed in the middle of this sweet basket?
(Oh my goodness, I just get too excited about little finds, like this one!)
What caught my eye was the intricate raised embossed roses all along the rim. Isn't it beautiful? Look closely at how
deep the rose scroll work detail there is surrounding the entire rim of
the basket, its amazing! I'm crazy about the open ridge design along the bottom edge, it is just beautiful!
Hope you enjoyed taking a peek at my newest treasure!
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Have a great weekend!
YES, beautiful!
ReplyDeleteThat is a great looking piece. I loved learning the history of it. I didn't know that's what brides used to carry!
ReplyDeleteglad you explained what it was!
ReplyDeleteIndeed it is an interesting and pretty item. I loved hearing the story about it.
ReplyDeleteit is beautiful. So glad you found it and shared it with us. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteI would have had no idea what it was Nancy. Great find.
ReplyDeleteThat is one beautiful piece! Great find. I am your newest follower.
ReplyDeleteJudy
Excellent find. I can see a spray of spring flowers in there.
ReplyDeleteI have to be honest - I did not know what it was at first - but now it is so beautiful!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful:) I finally found your blog again, thanks to Laura! Enjoy your weekend dear friend, BIG HUGS!
ReplyDeleteI have never heard of a bridal basket - it is lovely.
ReplyDeleteHow are you displaying it in your home?
Isn't it amazing how you can learn something new everyday - you have totally enlightened me. I love your new find - it is truly a work of art. Cathy
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