Hannegan Studio Art Pottery Square Basket with Bentwood Handle

This signed work by Charles Hannegan (b. 1946) is a quintessential example of the American Studio Pottery movement, particularly representative of the Pacific Northwest craft tradition. Hannegan’s work is held in prestigious collections, including the Washington State Arts Commission’s Public Art Collection. Known for his "fabric-texture" stoneware, Hannegan achieved this intricate surface by pressing textiles into wet clay, creating a linen-like canvas for his botanical studies. This specific vessel features hand-pressed leaf impressions layered with a sophisticated palette of pastel oxides—pinks, blues, and muted greens. The integration of a hand-bent rattan handle, secured through structural ceramic loops, demonstrates Hannegan's mastery of combining rigid stoneware with organic, flexible media.

Specifications
• Maker/Artist: Charles Hannegan
• Year Made: Circa 1980s–1990s
• Materials: Fabric-pressed stoneware, natural rattan handle
• Dimensions: 15.5" H x 7.5" W x 5.5" D

Condition
The pottery is in excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, or crazing to the glaze. The hand-incised "HANNEGAN" signature is clear and deep on the underside; the rattan handle is structurally sound and retains its original tension.