Vintage Nantucket Basket purse by Jose Formoso Reyes

Vintage Nantucket basket purse signed José Formoso Reyes (1902-1980) and dated 1963. Made from a 8-3/4" by 6-1/2" oval mold and measures 10-1/2" wide overall. Features a carved Sperm whale ornament, knobs, peg, and signature formed handle. Nice honey patina and great overall condition. SOLD We have been dealing in Nantucket Lightship Baskets since we moved to Nantucket in 1967. Over the last 50 years we have sold well over 2000 Lightship baskets! Please contact us for friendly, expert advice. We also offer repair services for your Nantucket Lightship Basket. Broken hinges, missing weavers, replacing carved ornaments are just a few of the repairs we can perform.