Zarzo Basket with Handle / Willow / FRA 330801　フランス/やなぎ　zarzo basket　枝編み手提げ　持ち手3色　ルイ版


							



These baskets are woven from willow branches.




It is the work of Stéphane, a maker living in Vienne, a region in central France.
He grows about 22 varieties of willow himself, using them in his basket making.


The willow used for his materials differs from the familiar “weeping willow” seen in Japan. Instead of drooping from a tree, these willows rise upright from the ground like rice plants, growing in clusters.






Among willows, there are branches that are thin or thick, long or short, and ones suited for keeping the bark intact or peeling it off to reveal the pale surface beneath.
Some are reddish, others have a bluish tone, and some display deep brown hues—each showing subtle differences even within the same species.


By peeling, dyeing, or splitting the branches in half, the maker can expand the expressive range of the material, crafting it into many different forms.






Here we introduce the handled type of Zarzo baskets.
Each handle is wrapped in leather, available in three color types—light yellow, beige, and white.




The structure of each basket is the same, featuring a gently rounded curve when viewed from the side.


The flowing lines of the willow branches, and the way they overlap, create a rhythm and beauty that never grows tiring to look at.


Seen from the side, the handle forms the main vertical frame of the basket, crossing with the horizontal weavers. This structure continues all the way down to the base, making it very sturdy.


The willow wrapping at the joint where the handle meets the basket adds a decorative accent.


This is the view from inside the basket.


From the front, the basket has no vertical ribs—only horizontal weavers—making the upper rim slightly flexible and delicately constructed.


On the underside, eight vertical rods—arranged in pairs—are woven tightly with the horizontal branches, forming a strong and solid base.


These same vertical rods rise up to become the handles, firmly bound with willow and leather.


You can see the cross-sections of the willow branches in the handle area.




The inner opening of the basket measures approximately W15.75″ × D4.72″. (Please note that sizes may vary slightly between pieces.) As it is made to a European scale, the basket is relatively large for use as a handbag. Please check the size carefully before purchasing.


To prevent rough texture against the hands, the area you hold is wrapped in leather. This one features lemon yellow leather.






This one is beige.


Please note that the shade of the beige leather may vary slightly depending on the artisan’s available stock of material.






This version features white leather.








With its solidly built bottom, it can serve well as a shopping basket.


It can also be placed indoors to hold dried flowers or fresh blooms as a decorative accent.




A visually engaging and unique willow basket.




It is both practical and decorative, ready to suit many different scenes.
Choose your favorite color of handle.




Stéphane’s Basket Making


By 2022, Stéphane had been engaged in basket making in France for about 10 years.


Before that, he had worked as a biology researcher for around 15 years,
but when seeking a new path, he turned toward the field of basketry, which had long interested him.
After attending basketry courses and training under skilled artisans, he gradually built his own practice.


He says that he finds joy in creating modern baskets
that carry inspiration from traditional techniques and natural materials found in different parts of the world.


“If I’m not satisfied with the basket I make, the person who uses it will never be satisfied either,” he says.
With that belief, he continues to question and refine his work each day.


“Basket making is endlessly rich and never boring,” he says.
His baskets carry a sense of openness and freedom—qualities that make his work truly unique.




Please note: 
This item ships from Japan. 
As the buyer, you are responsible for any import duties, customs fees, or local taxes that may be charged in your country. 
These costs are not included in the item price or shipping cost. 
Please check with your local customs authority if you are unsure about any potential charges before placing your order.

These baskets are woven from willow branches.

It is the work of Stéphane, a maker living in Vienne, a region in central France.
He grows about 22 varieties of willow himself, using them in his basket making.

The willow used for his materials differs from the familiar “weeping willow” seen in Japan. Instead of drooping from a tree, these willows rise upright from the ground like rice plants, growing in clusters.

Among willows, there are branches that are thin or thick, long or short, and ones suited for keeping the bark intact or peeling it off to reveal the pale surface beneath.
Some are reddish, others have a bluish tone, and some display deep brown hues—each showing subtle differences even within the same species.

By peeling, dyeing, or splitting the branches in half, the maker can expand the expressive range of the material, crafting it into many different forms.

Here we introduce the handled type of Zarzo baskets.
Each handle is wrapped in leather, available in three color types—light yellow, beige, and white.

The structure of each basket is the same, featuring a gently rounded curve when viewed from the side.
The flowing lines of the willow branches, and the way they overlap, create a rhythm and beauty that never grows tiring to look at.
Seen from the side, the handle forms the main vertical frame of the basket, crossing with the horizontal weavers. This structure continues all the way down to the base, making it very sturdy.
The willow wrapping at the joint where the handle meets the basket adds a decorative accent.
This is the view from inside the basket.
From the front, the basket has no vertical ribs—only horizontal weavers—making the upper rim slightly flexible and delicately constructed.
On the underside, eight vertical rods—arranged in pairs—are woven tightly with the horizontal branches, forming a strong and solid base.
These same vertical rods rise up to become the handles, firmly bound with willow and leather.
You can see the cross-sections of the willow branches in the handle area.
The inner opening of the basket measures approximately W15.75″ × D4.72″. (Please note that sizes may vary slightly between pieces.) As it is made to a European scale, the basket is relatively large for use as a handbag. Please check the size carefully before purchasing.
To prevent rough texture against the hands, the area you hold is wrapped in leather. This one features lemon yellow leather.
This one is beige.
Please note that the shade of the beige leather may vary slightly depending on the artisan’s available stock of material.
This version features white leather.

With its solidly built bottom, it can serve well as a shopping basket.

It can also be placed indoors to hold dried flowers or fresh blooms as a decorative accent.

A visually engaging and unique willow basket.

It is both practical and decorative, ready to suit many different scenes.
Choose your favorite color of handle.

Stéphane’s Basket Making

By 2022, Stéphane had been engaged in basket making in France for about 10 years.

Before that, he had worked as a biology researcher for around 15 years,
but when seeking a new path, he turned toward the field of basketry, which had long interested him.
After attending basketry courses and training under skilled artisans, he gradually built his own practice.

He says that he finds joy in creating modern baskets
that carry inspiration from traditional techniques and natural materials found in different parts of the world.

“If I’m not satisfied with the basket I make, the person who uses it will never be satisfied either,” he says.
With that belief, he continues to question and refine his work each day.

“Basket making is endlessly rich and never boring,” he says.
His baskets carry a sense of openness and freedom—qualities that make his work truly unique.

Please note:
This item ships from Japan.
As the buyer, you are responsible for any import duties, customs fees, or local taxes that may be charged in your country.
These costs are not included in the item price or shipping cost.
Please check with your local customs authority if you are unsure about any potential charges before placing your order.


							



These baskets are woven from willow branches.




It is the work of Stéphane, a maker living in Vienne, a region in central France.
He grows about 22 varieties of willow himself, using them in his basket making.


The willow used for his materials differs from the familiar “weeping willow” seen in Japan. Instead of drooping from a tree, these willows rise upright from the ground like rice plants, growing in clusters.






Among willows, there are branches that are thin or thick, long or short, and ones suited for keeping the bark intact or peeling it off to reveal the pale surface beneath.
Some are reddish, others have a bluish tone, and some display deep brown hues—each showing subtle differences even within the same species.


By peeling, dyeing, or splitting the branches in half, the maker can expand the expressive range of the material, crafting it into many different forms.






Here we introduce the handled type of Zarzo baskets.
Each handle is wrapped in leather, available in three color types—light yellow, beige, and white.




The structure of each basket is the same, featuring a gently rounded curve when viewed from the side.


The flowing lines of the willow branches, and the way they overlap, create a rhythm and beauty that never grows tiring to look at.


Seen from the side, the handle forms the main vertical frame of the basket, crossing with the horizontal weavers. This structure continues all the way down to the base, making it very sturdy.


The willow wrapping at the joint where the handle meets the basket adds a decorative accent.


This is the view from inside the basket.


From the front, the basket has no vertical ribs—only horizontal weavers—making the upper rim slightly flexible and delicately constructed.


On the underside, eight vertical rods—arranged in pairs—are woven tightly with the horizontal branches, forming a strong and solid base.


These same vertical rods rise up to become the handles, firmly bound with willow and leather.


You can see the cross-sections of the willow branches in the handle area.




The inner opening of the basket measures approximately W15.75″ × D4.72″. (Please note that sizes may vary slightly between pieces.) As it is made to a European scale, the basket is relatively large for use as a handbag. Please check the size carefully before purchasing.


To prevent rough texture against the hands, the area you hold is wrapped in leather. This one features lemon yellow leather.






This one is beige.


Please note that the shade of the beige leather may vary slightly depending on the artisan’s available stock of material.






This version features white leather.








With its solidly built bottom, it can serve well as a shopping basket.


It can also be placed indoors to hold dried flowers or fresh blooms as a decorative accent.




A visually engaging and unique willow basket.




It is both practical and decorative, ready to suit many different scenes.
Choose your favorite color of handle.




Stéphane’s Basket Making


By 2022, Stéphane had been engaged in basket making in France for about 10 years.


Before that, he had worked as a biology researcher for around 15 years,
but when seeking a new path, he turned toward the field of basketry, which had long interested him.
After attending basketry courses and training under skilled artisans, he gradually built his own practice.


He says that he finds joy in creating modern baskets
that carry inspiration from traditional techniques and natural materials found in different parts of the world.


“If I’m not satisfied with the basket I make, the person who uses it will never be satisfied either,” he says.
With that belief, he continues to question and refine his work each day.


“Basket making is endlessly rich and never boring,” he says.
His baskets carry a sense of openness and freedom—qualities that make his work truly unique.




Please note: 
This item ships from Japan. 
As the buyer, you are responsible for any import duties, customs fees, or local taxes that may be charged in your country. 
These costs are not included in the item price or shipping cost. 
Please check with your local customs authority if you are unsure about any potential charges before placing your order.