{"product_id":"151303-1","title":"Softly Rounded Handbag with Leather Handle \/ Willow \/ FRA　151303-1","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_151303_18-1200x900.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54965\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a handbag woven from willow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_151303_3-1200x900.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54966 size-full\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe makers are Karen and Corentin of L’Oseraie de l’île, who work in southwestern France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis basket features a softly rounded form, a shape Karen especially excels at making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA leather handle is combined with the basket for carrying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_151303_7.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_151303_7-1200x900.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54967\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe basket is woven from slender willow rods, creating a tightly packed weave.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_151303_6.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_151303_6-1200x900.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54968\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe rim of the basket is finished with triple stitching.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_151303_10.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_151303_10-1200x900.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54969\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe gradation of natural willow tones and the softly rounded curves make a striking impression. Because there are occasional firm willow buds along the weave, please take care not to catch or damage your fingers or clothing.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_151303_9.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_151303_9-1200x900.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54970\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe handle is made from thick leather. Compared with handles woven from willow, leather gently conforms to the hand, making the basket comfortable to hold and easy to use.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_151303_8.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_151303_8-1200x900.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54971\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe basket and the handle are also stitched together with leather. The playful stitching adds a nice accent to the design.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_151303_5.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_151303_5-1200x900.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54972\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe base of the basket is different from the sides, being firmly woven from thicker willow for added strength. You can also see the careful finish in the weave surrounding the base.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_151303_12.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_151303_12-1200x900.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54973\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThis shows the scale of the basket when held. It is about the width of an adult’s knees.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_151303_13.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_151303_13-1200x900.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54974\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThis size was specially made smaller for our shop.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_151303_14.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_151303_14-1200x900.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54975\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eIt is a convenient size for everyday outings. You can carry items such as a wallet, handkerchief, keys, a pouch, or a water bottle.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_151303_17.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_151303_17-1200x900.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54976\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eYou can carry it lightly, either over your arm or in your hand.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_151303_15-1200x900.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54977\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom every angle, this basket has a charming, rounded shape.\u003cbr\u003eBecause the opening is wide, you may also enjoy pairing it with a cloth cover of your choice.\u003cbr\u003eThe construction of the base, the smoothness of the weave, and the finish of the rim all reveal the maker’s skilled basketry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_151303_7-1-1200x900.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54978\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe color of the willow branches may vary from piece to piece.\u003cbr\u003eEven the makers themselves explain that the color of the willow bark cannot be controlled, as it is a natural material.\u003cbr\u003eWe hope you will enjoy the unique character of each branch.\u003cbr\u003ePlease note that we cannot accept returns or exchanges based on differences in the color of the willow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause of its softly rounded shape, the basket has a generous capacity.\u003cbr\u003eIt works well for a quick trip to a nearby bakery or for picking up a few extra items from the supermarket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven when simply placed in a room, it quietly catches the eye.\u003cbr\u003eA basket bag with a soft form and the natural tones of willow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1536\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_151303_16.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54979\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBasketry Duo “L’Oseraie de l’île”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e— From Traditional French Baskets to Contemporary Art —\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eL’Oseraie de l’île is a willow farm in southwestern France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt this farm—whose name means “the willow grove of the island”—Karen and Corentin work together as a couple, \u003cbr\u003ecarrying out everything from growing willow to weaving baskets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter studying at an art university, Karen encountered willow basket weaving during a training period in Ireland, \u003cbr\u003eand later learned the craft at the National School of Willow Growing and Basketry in Fayl-Billot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeanwhile, Corentin visited makers of the traditional Périgord willow basket known as the “Bouyricou.” \u003cbr\u003eDrawn strongly to its spiral structure, he chose to pursue basket making as his path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, the two continue their work while cultivating around twenty varieties of willow themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Working together in the workshop and weaving willow at our own rhythm brings us joy,” they say. \u003cbr\u003eFrom traditional basketry to works exhibited as contemporary art, the forms created by their hands are always striking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe hope you enjoy the beauty of the willow curves they create—simple, yet full of movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"666\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/IMG_4132.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54903\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more about the two makers and how we first met them, please see our journal here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/1basketry.live\/blogs\/journal\/an_encounter_with_karen_and_corentin\" data-type=\"link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAn Encounter with Karen and Corentin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/1basketry.live\/blogs\/journal\/l-oseraie-de-l-ile-baskets-born-from-the-willow-fields\" data-type=\"link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eL’Oseraie de l’île — Baskets Born from the Willow Fields\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1basketry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46960840736917,"sku":"151303-1","price":39600.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/9799\/0549\/files\/ime_151303_18.jpg?v=1773035188","url":"https:\/\/1basketry.live\/products\/151303-1","provider":"市川籠店 | 1basketry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}