This large oval rattan proving basket is sized for serious bread bakers who want to turn out a proper long loaf — sourdough bâtard, ciabatta or a rustic oval miche with a clean, crown-ready shape. The natural cane supports the dough during the final prove and prints a soft ribbed coil pattern into the crust.

The basket measures 35 x 15 x 7cm and holds between 900g and 1.2kg of proofed dough, making it a practical second basket once the round boules at home are a confident bake. From the BakeMaster bread-making range, the untreated rattan is breathable and pulls surface moisture away from the dough so the loaf colours evenly in a hot oven or Dutch oven.

• Natural rattan cane woven in a long spiral coil pattern
• 35 x 15 x 7cm, holds 900g to 1.2kg of dough
• Suits bâtard, ciabatta and oval sourdough or white loaves
• Hand wash only in warm water and dry thoroughly before storing

A worthwhile upgrade for bakers chasing bigger, longer loaves with real artisan character.