Panier Perigourdian certainly adds a touch of

certainly adds a touch of glamour and decadence

they are just so versatile each one is bursting with its own rustic charm

20th century dated 1943 signed by artist Claudit G Bernard

early 20th century

Panier Perigourdian certainly adds a touch ofThis beautiful French basket (also called Bouyricou) were traditionally made in the Perigord, Dordogne regions. Apparently they were used for gathering Jerusalem artichokes, potatoes, walnuts and mushrooms. As an agricultural basket, the open spiral of 'spokes' at the bottom of the basket helped dirt and stones to fall through after shaking or swilling the basket and produce in a stream or river. Length 58 cm Height 31 cm Width 38 cm *excellent