Nantucket tradition
Inspired by the island’s lightship baskets and woven using time-honored techniques.
Beautifully made. Intentionally kept.
Woven by hand.
Made to become
an heirloom.
Handwoven Nantucket Baskets
by Robert Antonishak
Master Artisan
Pennsylvania Guild
of Craftsmen
Made by hand
Each basket is carefully woven, finished, and signed by Robert in his West Chester workshop.
20+ years of craft
Since 2005, more than 300 baskets—each one created individually with care and respect.
Heirloom quality
Built with fine materials to be used, enjoyed, and passed down for generations.
The collection
A selection of Robert’s past work. Ask about current availability or a basket made especially for you.
Meet the maker
A lifelong passion
for a timeless craft.
Robert Antonishak has been weaving Nantucket baskets for more than two decades. Every basket he makes is a reflection of his devotion to the craft—where patience, precision, and creativity come together.
A Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen Master Artisan, Robert also turns the wooden bases, lids, rims, and details that give his work its distinctive character.
Our story
Journal
Stories from
the bench.
From the craft and care of Nantucket baskets to the woodwork and techniques behind each finished piece.
Ask Robert about his work →
How a Nantucket Basket Is Made
Where wood, cane, and patience meet.
From Wood to Heirloom
Why the turned details matter.