A charming vintage late 1930s–1940s ERPHILA fruit basket covered dish crafted in Czechoslovakia, featuring hand painted modeled fruit atop a woven basket form. The richly colored lid showcases grapes, strawberries, apples, pears, plums, walnuts, and leaves in vibrant hand-painted glazes, while the basket base displays wonderful dimensional detail throughout.
Marked ERPHILA Made in Czechoslovakia. The interior, exterior, lid, and basket are fully glazed, creating a beautifully finished presentation from every angle.
Perfect for cottagecore kitchens, farmhouse decor, fruit-themed collections, vintage pottery displays, country house interiors, and collectors of Czechoslovakian ceramics. A wonderful decorative accent that looks equally beautiful displayed on open shelving, a hutch, kitchen counter, or dining room cabinet.
Vintage from late 1930s–1940s ERPHILA Made in Czechoslovakia Model 2240 Covered Dish / Cookie Jar Fruit Basket Design Fully Glazed Interior & Exterior Hand Painted Fruit Motif Basket Weave Pattern Approx. 7" x 5"
Condition: Great vintage condition with light age-appropriate wear. There is some very faint crazing, consistent with age, and one tiny flea-bite chip (shown in photos). No cracks or repairs. Presents beautifully.