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Browse wine-related Nantucket Lightship Baskets at Four Winds Craft Guild

Four Winds Craft Guild
Four Winds Craft Guild

Nantucket Lightship Baskets

Classic Round and Oval:

Bill & Judy Sayle, Don & Peggy Alexander, Lucille LaRochelle, Robert Cosgray, Terry Sylvia, Mary Howard, Judy Cowan, Tom Springer, Manny Dias, Louise Whale, Joseph Urbanski, Larry Brewster, Madeleine Harty, Ashlie Emery

Classic, understated style with a purpose… unintended grace through form and texture… This is how we feel about the traditional Nantucket Basket. We proudly represent a large number of weavers who have their own personal approach to this age-old form. Whether it is displayed through their use of materials, proportions, or simply in their weave, each of our artists pay homage to this historical craft in their own unique way. Some the artists shown: Bill & Judy Sayle, Don & Peggy Alexander, Lucille LaRochelle, Robert Cosgray, Terry Sylvia, Mary Howard, Judy Cowan, Tom Springer, Manny Dias, Louise Whale, Joseph Urbanski, Larry Brewster, Madeleine Harty, and Ashlie Emery.

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Some of our current classic round and oval Nantucket lightship baskets:

Assorted Open Round Shallow Baskets
by Various Weavers

Assorted Open Round Shallow Baskets by Various Weavers Our assortment of Nantucket Baskets includes some more shallow forms which lend themselves to a variety of uses from bun baskets to small pieces that look great on a bureau or desk. All beautifully crafted by a variety of very talented weavers, these baskets make for a great, useful accent piece. Assorted Open Round Shallow Baskets by Various Weavers Our assortment of Nantucket Baskets includes some more shallow forms which lend themselves to a variety of uses from bun baskets to small pieces that look great on a bureau or desk. All beautifully crafted by a variety of very talented weavers, these baskets make for a great, useful accent piece.

Our assortment of Nantucket Baskets includes some more shallow forms which lend themselves to a variety of uses from bun baskets to small pieces that look great on a bureau or desk. All beautifully crafted by a variety of very talented weavers, these baskets make for a great, useful accent piece.

$400


Assorted Open Baskets
by Various Weaver

Assorted Open Baskets by Various Weaver The traditional form of Nantucket Lightship Basket is that of an open oval or round basket with a swing handle. From tiny baskets with a 2 inch diameter to large utilitarian “bushel” baskets, we carry every size to suit your needs. Our constantly changing inventory boasts numerous weavers and sizes, so be sure to call so we can assist you in making the perfect choice! Assorted Open Baskets by Various Weaver The traditional form of Nantucket Lightship Basket is that of an open oval or round basket with a swing handle. From tiny baskets with a 2 inch diameter to large utilitarian “bushel” baskets, we carry every size to suit your needs. Our constantly changing inventory boasts numerous weavers and sizes, so be sure to call so we can assist you in making the perfect choice!

The traditional form of Nantucket Lightship Basket is that of an open oval or round basket with a swing handle. From tiny baskets with a 2 inch diameter to large utilitarian “bushel” baskets, we carry every size to suit your needs. Our constantly changing inventory boasts numerous weavers and sizes, so be sure to call so we can assist you in making the perfect choice!


Large Double Handle Basket
by Bob Cosgray.

Large Double Handle Basket by Bob Cosgray. This double handled “Tall Boy” is large and deep at 18 x 13 x 11 inches in size. With two carved oak swing handles that can be displayed up or down, this basket lends itself nicely to a variety of uses as well as being a nice stand-alone display piece. Large Double Handle Basket by Bob Cosgray. This double handled “Tall Boy” is large and deep at 18 x 13 x 11 inches in size. With two carved oak swing handles that can be displayed up or down, this basket lends itself nicely to a variety of uses as well as being a nice stand-alone display piece.

This double handled “Tall Boy” is large and deep at 18 x 13 x 11 inches in size. With two carved oak swing handles that can be displayed up or down, this basket lends itself nicely to a variety of uses as well as being a nice stand-alone display piece.


Large Open Round Basket
by Herb Lester.

Large Open Round Basket by Herb Lester. This 13 ½ inch diameter basket can easily be deemed the “Nantucket Apple Basket”. Looking to the past with its hearty construction with wide, double-lashed rim and sizeable oak staves, this basket is a wonderful and functional accessory for any home. Large Open Round Basket by Herb Lester. This 13 ½ inch diameter basket can easily be deemed the “Nantucket Apple Basket”. Looking to the past with its hearty construction with wide, double-lashed rim and sizeable oak staves, this basket is a wonderful and functional accessory for any home.

This 13 ½ inch diameter basket can easily be deemed the “Nantucket Apple Basket”. Looking to the past with its hearty construction with wide, double-lashed rim and sizeable oak staves, this basket is a wonderful and functional accessory for any home.

$1750


Open Round Lollipop Stave Basket
by Lucille LaRochelle.

Open Round Lollipop Stave Basket by Lucille LaRochelle. A rare form that dates back to the turn of the century, this basket is truly an eyecatcher. With cherry staves terminating in carved round "lollipop" forms above the double-wrapped rim, the decorative elements of this basket combine to create a beautiful end result perfect for any niche in your home.Open Round Lollipop Stave Basket by Lucille LaRochelle. A rare form that dates back to the turn of the century, this basket is truly an eyecatcher. With cherry staves terminating in carved round "lollipop" forms above the double-wrapped rim, the decorative elements of this basket combine to create a beautiful end result perfect for any niche in your home.
Open Round Lollipop Stave Basket by Lucille LaRochelle. A rare form that dates back to the turn of the century, this basket is truly an eyecatcher. With cherry staves terminating in carved round "lollipop" forms above the double-wrapped rim, the decorative elements of this basket combine to create a beautiful end result perfect for any niche in your home.

A rare form that dates back to the turn of the century, this basket is truly an eyecatcher. With cherry staves terminating in carved round "lollipop" forms above the double-wrapped rim, the decorative elements of this basket combine to create a beautiful end result perfect for any niche in your home.

$595