Handwoven Willow Asparagus Basket

Handwoven Willow Asparagus BasketValrie Lavaure works from her remote studio just outside Uzs, France, where she weaves beautiful, functional baskets by hand. With a soft spot for colour, she explores the rich spectrum afforded by the different varieties of willow, just like the array of tints on this basket. Although purpose built by design intended for asparagus and other vegetables its equipped for a host of other functions, both in and out of the home.

The large blue Ribete candlestick holder is hand turned by Don Jesus Torres

who work the delicate fibre into detailed patterns

Designed for practical use

who etch elegant patterns onto lead-free muslin crystal by mouth-blowing into wooden moulds

this tumbler is hand-engraved with an intricately detailed stegosaurus motif

Pioneering Italian brand Rabitti is noted for its use of saddle leather – the finely grained equestrian material that's beautifully fit for homewares

Due to its 1950s launch

the lidded sugar bowl contains a blend of Cornwall clay and bone ash

shape and detail that add to the charm and character

like the circular discs that form an orderly queue around the base

cast then melted away to be replaced with molten bronze

classic silhouettes and discreet