{"product_id":"vintage-industrial-wicker-laundry-baskey","title":"Authentic Vintage French Baker's Pannier Wicker Basket","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eAuthentic Vintage French Baker’s Pannier Basket (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"49\"\u003ePanier de Boulanger\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMid-20th Century | Sourced in Laon, Northern France\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eAn exceptionally sturdy, large vintage French woven wicker baker's pannier chest, complete with its original hinged lid and side carrying handles. Hand-woven with thick, resilient willow\/rattan, this heavy-duty basket features reinforced borders and a structured frame originally built to withstand daily use carrying fresh baguettes and artisan loaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eToday, its generous proportions and rich natural honey patina make it a stylish storage solution—ideal for logs by the fireside, extra linens, toys, or shoes in a hallway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProvenance \u0026amp; Story\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eSourced directly from a traditional artisan \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"44\"\u003eboulangerie\u003c\/i\u003e in the historic town of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"80\"\u003eLaon\u003c\/b\u003e, in Northern France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eThis basket was acquired upon the closing of the bakery, following the retirement of its third-generation baker. Having run the family business for \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"148\"\u003e45 years\u003c\/b\u003e—a trade passed down to him by his father and grandfather before him—the baker finally hung up his apron to enjoy a well-earned retirement spending quiet days tending his allotment. A piece with genuine history, heart, and generations of French baking heritage woven right into it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/b\u003e Heavyweight woven wicker\/willow with solid internal framework and wrapped structural rims.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLid \u0026amp; Handles:\u003c\/b\u003e Features a full-width hinged lid and integrated woven side handles for easy lifting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePatina:\u003c\/b\u003e Beautiful warm golden-amber tones developed naturally over decades of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Very good vintage condition with a solid structure. Clean interior, light authentic wear consistent with age and commercial provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLength:\u003c\/b\u003e 69 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDepth:\u003c\/b\u003e 56 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 59 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Vintage Midcentury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53595339587912,"sku":"P0254S","price":295.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/8677\/4344\/files\/IMG_4820_4d7906a7-b3ef-4d02-b11a-bdbd0c915fad.jpg?v=1785072913","url":"https:\/\/vintagemidcentury.co.uk\/products\/vintage-industrial-wicker-laundry-baskey","provider":"Vintage Midcentury","version":"1.0","type":"link"}