The Bread Basket

A round ceramic bowl moulded in a basketweave pattern, glazed a deep blue and fitted with a chrome swing handle topped with a small ball. It's stamped "Made Italy" on the base. The handle folds down, so it carries well and stores flat.

For bread, lemons or fruit on the table.

Origin: Italy
Sourced in: Turin
Era: c.1970s
Materials: Glazed ceramic, chrome-plated metal handle
Dimensions: 22 cm diameter
Attribution: Stamped "Made Italy"; maker unidentified
Condition: Good vintage condition with light wear consistent with age. Refer to photographs.

Make it a present: A linen cloth to line the bowl.