Pincushion Basket

Name: Pincushion Basket
 
Type: Glazed porcelain basket with velvet cushion
 
Year: 1940s–1960s
 
Set: No
 
Mark: None - Likely Continental Europe (Germany or Italy), unmarked
 
History: This charming porcelain pincushion is crafted in the form of a footed basket with a woven texture and a scalloped base. The structure is adorned with delicate applied porcelain flowers in pastel tones—primarily soft pinks, yellows, and blues—surrounding a deep burgundy velvet cushion. The handle features a spiral form with floral terminals and leaf accents. These types of pieces were typically handmade in post-war Europe, likely Germany or Italy, and sold as decorative sewing accessories or keepsakes.
 
Flaws: None