Cottage Market Produce Bowl serves a decorative and useful purpose in today's homes, although many years ago, it might have provided a place for remote countryside vendors to place their wares. Twisted rattan vine is boldly woven to form a flat base and circular shaping that flares to a wide mouth and side handles. As a rustic display container, it can hold a colorful arrangement of fresh fruit or, with a liner and cloth cover, it can keep baked muffins and other goods warm for serving. In other rooms, it might be a place to stash a tangle of scarves or items that are always needed for sewing and craft work. In summer when the hearth is empty, it makes a bold centerpiece filled with faux arrangements.