{"product_id":"early-20th-century-woven-sewing-basket-with-coral-satin-interior","title":"Early 20th-Century Woven Sewing Basket with Coral Satin Interior","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn elegant \u003cstrong\u003eearly 20th-century Japanese woven sewing basket\u003c\/strong\u003e, dating to the \u003cstrong\u003elate 1930s–early 1940s\u003c\/strong\u003e, crafted for export and finished with painted red trim and a beautifully preserved \u003cstrong\u003ecoral satin interior\u003c\/strong\u003e. The lid opens to reveal a fully tufted lining with original stitched compartments, designed to hold needles, scissors, thread, and other sewing essentials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe contrast between the natural straw exterior and the vibrant, padded interior speaks to a time when even utilitarian domestic objects were made with care, softness, and visual pleasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e→ \u003cstrong\u003eHand-woven straw\/raffia body\u003c\/strong\u003e with tight, structural weave\u003cbr\u003e→ \u003cstrong\u003ePainted red trim\u003c\/strong\u003e with metal hinge and clasp\u003cbr\u003e→ \u003cstrong\u003eTufted satin lining\u003c\/strong\u003e with hand-set buttons\u003cbr\u003e→ \u003cstrong\u003eInterior tool pockets\u003c\/strong\u003e sewn directly into the lining\u003cbr\u003e→ Compact, portable form typical of prewar sewing baskets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery element reflects hand labor rather than industrial shortcutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the late 1930s and early 1940s, Japanese workshops produced finely made household goods for export markets, particularly sewing baskets, storage boxes, and personal accessories. These pieces balanced affordability with craftsmanship and were intended for long-term use in the home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis basket reflects that moment just before materials and production methods shifted dramatically during and after World War II.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good antique condition for its age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e→ Straw remains strong and evenly toned\u003cbr\u003e→ Satin interior retains color and structure with light age wear\u003cbr\u003e→ Hardware intact; lid opens and closes smoothly\u003cbr\u003e→ No structural damage observed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny wear present is consistent with age and enhances authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e→ \u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sewing basket \/ woven storage box\u003cbr\u003e→ \u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan (export production)\u003cbr\u003e→ \u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ec. late 1930s–early 1940s\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e→ \u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Straw\/raffia, satin lining, metal hardware, painted trim\u003cbr\u003e→ \u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural straw with red trim; coral satin interior\u003cbr\u003e→ \u003cstrong\u003eMarking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Export stamp indicating Japanese manufacture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy It Belongs in Your Home\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it represents a \u003cstrong\u003evanishing category of domestic craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e. It’s practical, intimate, and quietly beautiful — perfect for a vanity, dresser, studio shelf, or styled open to reveal its interior. It holds modern keepsakes just as gracefully as it once held needles and thread.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Viridian Eclection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42747275477097,"sku":null,"price":52.64,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0651\/0093\/9369\/files\/early_20th-century_woven_sewing_basket_with_coral_satin_interior766027572848934448095740009.jpg?v=1774245416","url":"https:\/\/viridianeclection.com\/products\/early-20th-century-woven-sewing-basket-with-coral-satin-interior","provider":"Viridian Eclection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}