Thunder open weave wicker basket

Category: hardware Sub-category: baskets-and-load-rings

Catalogue number: H4/0006

Wicker basket with 8 flying wires to connect to the balloon. Long sides have 4 rectangles of open wicker work comprising wicker diagonal crosses.

Looking into basket from above. There is a wooden floor. The end panels have 2 rectangles of open wicker work comprising wicker diagonal crosses. The 8 flying wires and 4 grab handles are visible.

Details

Description:	Early Thunder wicker basket with open weave, pre burner frame pole supports.
Manufacturer:	Thunder Balloons Limited
Image(s) credit:	Tim Turner, July 2025