Depression Era Expanded Metal Mesh Waste Basket c.1930

$250

ABOUT

An original depression era industrial factory or office waste basket with flared rolled top and mesh body. The basket is composed of a single section of sheet metal which is "slitted and expanded" to form a uniform diamond mesh. Original embossed manufacture's mark on the bottom. The basket retains much of the original paint.

  • CREATOR The Northwestern Expanded Metal Co. Chicago for Nemco.
  • DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1930.
  • MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Galvanized Steel.
  • CONDITION Good. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • DIMENSIONS H 14 in. Diameter 14.5 in.

HISTORY

Unknown. 

 

 

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