Measures approximately 7 inches tall to top of handle and 7 1/2 inches at its widest including figural fruit adornment.  Interior of basket measures approximately 5 1/2 inches across and 1 1/2 inches deep.

Unique and whimsical antique Meriden silverplated basket is decorated with a crab, a bird, and a branch with fruit, possibly plums, cherries, or apples.

Marked on bottom: Meriden Company / 185

Original patina has not been cleaned.

Surface wear, dirt and oxidation as seen in pictures.

Surface scratches where bottom of loose fruit has swing against basket.  Fruit portion can be unscrewed and removed for cleaning by turning small circular nut.

Bowl has mild warping or bends.