Basket c. 1770

This delicate porcelain basket, crafted by the Worcester Royal Porcelain Company around 1770, showcases the exquisite craftsmanship of the English ceramics industry. The basket's openwork design, featuring a latticework of interlacing vines and blossoms, embodies the Rococo style's emphasis on graceful curves and natural motifs. The intricate floral decorations painted in vibrant hues add a touch of whimsy and elegance, while the realistic, red-brown handles provide a practical and decorative element. This piece, now housed at the Art Institute of Chicago, exemplifies the enduring appeal of 18th-century English porcelain, and its delicate artistry continues to captivate viewers today.