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Vintage Hand-Crafted Hammered Brass Basket Attributed to Egidio Casagrande ca. 1930s

$96.00

This vintage hand-crafted hammered brass basket has been attributed to Egidio Casagrande (see history below), although it isn’t signed.  Casagrande worked in both brass and copper; this basket looks like it may be brass under the heavy patina and verdigris tarnish.  The basket is large, footed, and has flared sides reminiscent of the Art Nouveau style which could very well have influenced this early 1930s design.  A tall tapered handle with a faux bois texture loops inward at the basket’s edge.  The hammered designs on the vessel are random lines that radiate from the basket’s bottom ending at the scalloped edges.  Scattered throughout are little round clusters that could be abstract flowers or grapes.  Three dimples in graduated sizes accent each of the four sides of the basket.  Dimensions: 16″ long x 12″ wide x 11″ tall.  Beautiful shape and great presence.  The basket shows wear consistent with age and heavy use: the handle isn’t perfectly straight, although that may be original to the piece; there is heavy tarnish and spotting throughout, as well as some verdigris patina–priced accordingly.   With some effort, the finish could be brought back to a golden shine.

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HISTORY (from online sources):  Egidio Casagrande (1911 – 1962) was born in Borgo Valsugana, Italy, in the northern province of Trento.  He was known for his work in brass and copper.  At thirteen he was apprenticed in the workshop of Luigi Taddei, specializing in the production of iron and copper.  In 1937 he moved to Milan where he opened a workshop for the production of brass and  copper objects, but after a few years returned to his village.  His company grew and at one point he had about a hundred workers and apprentices.  He made sculptures for public places and worked on Hollywood films such as Ben-Hur, The Ten Commandments, and The Fall of the Roman Empire, that were filmed in Italy.

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A WORD ABOUT VINTAGE: Our inventory consists of vintage or antique items which are more than 20 years old, usually used or pre-owned, unless marked “new old stock.”  As such, there may be signs of wear and age, which we will disclose to the best of our ability.  Nevertheless, we encourage you to carefully read the description and view the photos, especially when purchasing a gift.  All items ship with tracking and insurance, and although we do not accept returns, we will offer a refund in case of breakage or damage during transit, upon receipt of sufficient proof. 

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    Wonderful experience, meticulous packaging!

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