Bidspirit auction | Large Philippine Woven Bamboo and

Large Philippine Woven Bamboo and Rattan Floor Vase - This large-scale woven basketry vessel is constructed in the style of traditional Philippine handicrafts from the Cordillera region, similar to forms known as locust baskets. The piece is composed of vertical split bamboo slats secured by horizontal woven fiber bands. The silhouette features a cylindrical lower body that tapers to a wide shoulder and a long, narrow neck. The neck is detailed with decorative plaited bands and two woven loop handles. The rim and base are reinforced with heavy woven coils. The material shows a medium-brown patina. No maker marks or signatures are present. A modern paper lot tag marked 0108 is attached to one handle. Height: 49 inches Width: 16 inches Depth: 16 inches.