antique industrial wire wastebasket

An 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 use.

CONDITION

In good condition with wear consistent with age and use. The metal surface shows areas of oxidation with slight variation in tone, along with a few gentle bends that reflect its early industrial use.

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