Vintage Sweetgrass Basket with Lid — Red and Black Pattern, Hand‑Woven, 1960s–1980s

This vintage sweetgrass basket captures the quiet precision of Lowcountry craftsmanship — a round, lidded form woven with natural sweetgrass and palmetto strips, accented by faded red and black dyes that speak softly of time and use. The weaving remains tight and beautifully intact, showing the maker’s steady hand and rhythm. Likely crafted between the 1960s and 1980s in the Gullah tradition of South Carolina or Georgia, it carries the warmth of heritage and the calm of natural materials. The dyed colors are gently faded, consistent with age, but the structure is excellent and ready for display or use.

Details
 - Dimensions:  Diameter: 5"   Height: 2¼" with lid
 - Material: Sweetgrass and palmetto
 - Era: 1960s–1980s
 - Origin: Southeastern United States (Lowcountry region)
 - Condition: Very good weaving; red and black dyes slightly faded from age

Perfect for collectors of Southern folk art or those drawn to natural woven textures. It sits beautifully on a console, shelf, or vanity — a quiet accent that adds authenticity and warmth. Lovely as a small gift for someone who appreciates craftsmanship and heritage pieces.

Hand‑woven from renewable natural fibers, this basket reflects sustainable artistry long before the term was coined — a timeless example of resourceful, low‑impact design that endures beautifully.

Please note that most of the photos are taken at 5 to 10X magnification. This shows any blemishes much more magnified than they really are. Please check dimensions as items might look bigger in pictures.