antique industrial wire wastebasket rug Circa 1940s–1960s

Circa 1940s–1960s

a flaunt-worthy red gingham cotton lining

375 in x 1/2 in 6 cm x 1

A majolica-style vase detailed with sculpted grape clusters and layered leaves over a lattice ground

or coastal décor

antique industrial wire wastebasket rug Circa 1940s–1960sAn early 20th century industrial waste basket formed in wire mesh with a gently tapered silhouette and rolled rim. The open construction creates a sense of lightness, while the surface carries a varied patina that shifts between soft gray and deeper tonal areas. Marked to the underside for Northwestern Expanded Metal Co., Chicago, grounding the piece in American industrial production. A versatile form that moves easily between office, bath, or studio