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Lacquered Edwardian Style Novelty Faux Book Spine Waste Paper Basket
Lacquered Edwardian Style Novelty Faux Book Spine Waste Paper Basket

Lacquered Edwardian Style Novelty Faux Book Spine Waste Paper Basket

Located in London, GB

A lacquered Edwardian style novelty faux book spine waste paper basket English, 20th century Height 22cm, diameter 23cm This quirky and curious piece is a English, early 20th ce...

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Resin, Wood, Lacquer

Antique Wicker Waste Paper Basket  This is an excellent example
Antique Wicker Waste Paper Basket  This is an excellent example

Antique Wicker Waste Paper Basket This is an excellent example

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Antique Wicker Waste Paper Basket This is an excellent example and in remarkably good condition for its age, the basket is very clean inside and out would make a good storage piece ...

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19th Century Country Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Willow

Vintage Oriental Bamboo Waste Paper Basket  A very attractive piece
Vintage Oriental Bamboo Waste Paper Basket  A very attractive piece

Vintage Oriental Bamboo Waste Paper Basket A very attractive piece

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Vintage Oriental Bamboo Waste Paper Basket A very attractive piece, unusually it is in a cube shaped the bamboo is woven in squares and is tied at the joints, all in very good condi...

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1920s Chinoiserie Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Bamboo

Antique Waste Paper Basket, English, Copper, Study, Office, Cornish, Edwardian
Antique Waste Paper Basket, English, Copper, Study, Office, Cornish, Edwardian

Antique Waste Paper Basket, English, Copper, Study, Office, Cornish, Edwardian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique waste paper basket. An English, copper study or home office bin, dating to the Edwardian, circa 1910.

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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Brass, Copper

Antique Bucket or Waste Paper Basket in Wood and Brass 19th Century
Antique Bucket or Waste Paper Basket in Wood and Brass 19th Century

Antique Bucket or Waste Paper Basket in Wood and Brass 19th Century

Located in Meer, VAN

Great barrel design with decorative ears. Would be great as a waste paper bin, a decorative log basket or as a vase for some dried flowers.

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Mid-19th Century Antique Waste Paper Basket

Materials

Brass

Late 19th Century arts and crafts copper bucket
Late 19th Century arts and crafts copper bucket

Late 19th Century arts and crafts copper bucket

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Ideal use for today as a waste paper basket or kindling bin. Expected surface marks, but a fine example.

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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Waste Paper Basket

Materials

Copper, Steel

19th Century Boat Shaped Bucket
19th Century Boat Shaped Bucket

19th Century Boat Shaped Bucket

$2,900

H 12 in W 15 in D 12 in

19th Century Boat Shaped Bucket

Located in Greenwich, CT

Unusual 19th century boat shaped bucket in brass with copper banding and brass carrying handle, useful for a waste-paper basket or for kindling next to a fireplace.

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Mid-19th Century English Antique Waste Paper Basket

Materials

Brass, Copper

Georgian Mahogany Boat Shaped Bucket
Georgian Mahogany Boat Shaped Bucket

Georgian Mahogany Boat Shaped Bucket

$2,900

H 14 in W 14 in D 11 in

Georgian Mahogany Boat Shaped Bucket

Located in Greenwich, CT

Ideal for kindling or as waste paper basket.

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1820s English Georgian Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Brass

Leather Waste Bin Basket Depicting Books with Inner Lined Decorative Paper
Leather Waste Bin Basket Depicting Books with Inner Lined Decorative Paper

Leather Waste Bin Basket Depicting Books with Inner Lined Decorative Paper

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A very patinated Leather waste bin / can that is cleverly disguised as having leather bound Books. The piece is wonderful and lined with a decorative paper. We are not certain of t...

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Early 20th Century English Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Leather, Wood, Paper

Antique Art Deco Silver Plated Waste Paper Bin C.1920
Antique Art Deco Silver Plated Waste Paper Bin C.1920

Antique Art Deco Silver Plated Waste Paper Bin C.1920

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique 20th Century silver plated waste paper bin, decorated throughout with a stylised embossed Art Deco design. CONDITION In Great Condition - Wear in keeping with age. Please r...

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1920s British Art Deco Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Silver Plate

George III Brass Bound Pierced Mahogany Bucket, circa 1780
George III Brass Bound Pierced Mahogany Bucket, circa 1780

George III Brass Bound Pierced Mahogany Bucket, circa 1780

Located in Kinderhook, NY

In addition to use around the hearth, it would also make a very chic waste-paper basket for the office or a receptacle for dog leashes, toys, etc., by a doorway.

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Late 18th Century British George III Antique Waste Paper Basket

Materials

Brass

Georgian mahogany coopered brass bound plate bucket or pail
Georgian mahogany coopered brass bound plate bucket or pail

Georgian mahogany coopered brass bound plate bucket or pail

Located in Castle Douglas, GB

With the metal liner it can be used as a waste paper basket or plant jardiniere.

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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Brass

Antique Water Bucket, Burmese, Silvered Copper, Fireside Store, Georgian, C.1800
Antique Water Bucket, Burmese, Silvered Copper, Fireside Store, Georgian, C.1800

Antique Water Bucket, Burmese, Silvered Copper, Fireside Store, Georgian, C.1800

$1,565Sale Price|20% Off

H 13.78 in W 13.59 in D 12.6 in

Antique Water Bucket, Burmese, Silvered Copper, Fireside Store, Georgian, C.1800

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Eye-catchingly weathered appearance with a fascinating decorative finish Displays a desirable aged patina, commensurate with age and use Hand crafted from silvered copper, with remna...

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Early 19th Century Burmese Georgian Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Copper

Antique Umbrella Stand, Paper Basket with Coat of Arms, Copper & Iron
Antique Umbrella Stand, Paper Basket with Coat of Arms, Copper & Iron

Antique Umbrella Stand, Paper Basket with Coat of Arms, Copper & Iron

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Beautiful Austrian paper or waste basket - trash can. Perfect for your office or also to use as an umbrella or walking stick stand.

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1860s Austrian Early Victorian Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Copper, Wrought Iron

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Mid-18th Century English Brass Milk Pail
Mid-18th Century English Brass Milk Pail

Mid-18th Century English Brass Milk Pail

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H 12 in Dm 11.5 in

Mid-18th Century English Brass Milk Pail

Located in London, GB

This simple but unusual object could serve as an outstanding waste-paper basket under a desk or writing table.

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Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Brass, Copper

Art Deco Inlay Waste Paper Basket or Planter
Art Deco Inlay Waste Paper Basket or Planter

Art Deco Inlay Waste Paper Basket or Planter

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H 23 in W 12.5 in D 12.5 in

Art Deco Inlay Waste Paper Basket or Planter

Located in Nantucket, MA

Teak Art Deco waste paper basket or use as a planter with details indicative of the era.

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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Teak

Antique Waste Paper Basket, Austrian, Cedar, Home Office Bin, Victorian, C.1900
Antique Waste Paper Basket, Austrian, Cedar, Home Office Bin, Victorian, C.1900

Antique Waste Paper Basket, Austrian, Cedar, Home Office Bin, Victorian, C.1900

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique waste paper basket. An Austrian, cedar and brass bound bathroom or home office bin, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

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Early 20th Century Austrian Late Victorian Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Brass

Leather Coat of Arms Waste Paper Basket  The basket is made in leather
Leather Coat of Arms Waste Paper Basket  The basket is made in leather

Leather Coat of Arms Waste Paper Basket The basket is made in leather

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Leather Coat of Arms Waste Paper Basket The basket is made in leather with the Royal Crest, it is a super looking piece and will enhance any study The basket is 11” high and 10” in...

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1920s Colonial Revival Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Leather

19th Century Black Forest Carved Faux Bois Waste Basket w/ Iron Mounts
19th Century Black Forest Carved Faux Bois Waste Basket w/ Iron Mounts

19th Century Black Forest Carved Faux Bois Waste Basket w/ Iron Mounts

Located in Atlanta, GA

An antique 19th century German black forest waste paper basket or trash can. Constructed likely from walnut and mounted with hand forged iron pins.

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19th Century Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Iron

Early 20th Century Metal Basket Bin
Early 20th Century Metal Basket Bin

Early 20th Century Metal Basket Bin

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Metal slotted basket, used for fishing, circa 1900. Perfect for use now as a unique waste paper basket.

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Early 20th Century Swedish Industrial Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Metal

19th Century American Oak Splint Basket
19th Century American Oak Splint Basket

19th Century American Oak Splint Basket

Located in Chicago, IL

A chic waste paper basket!

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19th Century American Rustic Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Oak

Rustic Antique Black Forest Antler Basket 1890
Rustic Antique Black Forest Antler Basket 1890

Rustic Antique Black Forest Antler Basket 1890

Located in Berghuelen, DE

a rustic black forest antler basket. made of antlers from the deer and fallow deer and wild boar tusks. designed as plant cachepot or waste paper basket. executed ca. 1890.

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19th Century German Rustic Antique Waste Paper Basket

Vintage American Industrial Woven Wire Basket
Vintage American Industrial Woven Wire Basket

Vintage American Industrial Woven Wire Basket

Located in Chicago, IL

A fantastic early 20th century American Industrial woven wire basket with two handles that fold in or out. Such a cool form and perfect for use as a waste paper basket that requires ...

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Steel

Early 20th Century Industrial Metal Basket
Early 20th Century Industrial Metal Basket

Early 20th Century Industrial Metal Basket

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Ideal for re-use as a waste paper basket or log bin. Has taken on a desirable patina with mild rusting.

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Early 20th Century Swedish Industrial Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Steel

Arts & Crafts Scandinavian Copper Bucket
Arts & Crafts Scandinavian Copper Bucket

Arts & Crafts Scandinavian Copper Bucket

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H 12 in W 11 in D 11 in

Arts & Crafts Scandinavian Copper Bucket

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Ideal for use as a log bin or quirky waste paper basket. Expected surface marks and fading.

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Late 19th Century Swedish Arts and Crafts Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Copper

Erie Art Metal Co. Waste Basket
Erie Art Metal Co. Waste Basket

Erie Art Metal Co. Waste Basket

By Erie Art Metal Co.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Industrial age waste paper basket manufactured by the Erie Art Metal Co. in the 1920s.

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1920s American Industrial Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Metal

Late 19th Century Arts & Crafts Copper Bucket
Late 19th Century Arts & Crafts Copper Bucket

Late 19th Century Arts & Crafts Copper Bucket

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Ideal use for today as a waste paper basket or kindling bin. Expected surface marks, but a fine example.

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Late 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Copper

Rawhide Log Bucket
Rawhide Log Bucket

Rawhide Log Bucket

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H 11 in Dm 16 in

Rawhide Log Bucket

Located in Greenwich, CT

Now useful next to a fireplace for logs or as waste paper basket, English, 19th century.

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Late 19th Century English Rustic Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Cowhide

19th c. Boat Shaped Bucket
19th c. Boat Shaped Bucket

19th c. Boat Shaped Bucket

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H 12 in W 15 in D 12 in

19th c. Boat Shaped Bucket

Located in Greenwich, CT

Attractive and unusual 19th century boat shaped bucket in brass with copper banding and brass carrying handle on spade hinges, useful for a waste-paper basket or for kindling next to...

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Mid-19th Century English Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Brass, Copper

Arts & Crafts Scandinavian Copper Bucket
Arts & Crafts Scandinavian Copper Bucket

Arts & Crafts Scandinavian Copper Bucket

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Ideal for use as a log bin or waste paper basket. Expected surface marks.

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Late 19th Century Swedish Arts and Crafts Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Copper

Verdigris Copper Vessel
Verdigris Copper Vessel

Verdigris Copper Vessel

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H 12 in Dm 14 in

Verdigris Copper Vessel

Located in Greenwich, CT

English 19th century copper bucket with amazing verdigris surface with hand riveted construction, the bail handle over flared lip, Initialled "W.F.J" and dated 1877, ideal for kindli...

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1870s English Georgian Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Copper

Brass Bound Wooden Planter
Brass Bound Wooden Planter

Brass Bound Wooden Planter

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H 10 in Dm 14 in

Brass Bound Wooden Planter

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

This lovely old piece is made in dark pine and brass banding A very attractive planter or a very superior waste paper basket? The Barrel is 10” high and 12 in diameter.

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19th Century Campaign Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Pine

19th Century Grain Mortar
19th Century Grain Mortar

19th Century Grain Mortar

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H 17.5 in W 13 in D 12 in

19th Century Grain Mortar

Located in Chicago, IL

Would be an incredible waste paper basket in a powder room or office. Could be also be planted with a tree if it were lined.

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19th Century Unknown Rustic Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Wood

Turned Mahogany Peat Bucket with Ebonized Decoration
Turned Mahogany Peat Bucket with Ebonized Decoration

Turned Mahogany Peat Bucket with Ebonized Decoration

Located in Greenwich, CT

Great as kindling bucket, wine cooler or waste paper basket.  

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1840s Dutch William IV Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Brass

Unusual Georgian Mahogany Peat Bucket
Unusual Georgian Mahogany Peat Bucket

Unusual Georgian Mahogany Peat Bucket

Located in Greenwich, CT

Unusual Georgian mahogany peat bucket with brass bail handle and liner, the rim, waist and base turned from the solid, the tapered body and flared base entirely made from turned maho...

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Early 19th Century English Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Brass

Late 19th century arts and crafts copper bucket
Late 19th century arts and crafts copper bucket

Late 19th century arts and crafts copper bucket

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Ideal use for today as a waste paper basket or kindling bin. Expected surface marks, but a fine example.

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Late 19th Century Swedish Arts and Crafts Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Copper, Steel

Georgian Peat Bucket
Georgian Peat Bucket

Georgian Peat Bucket

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H 15.5 in Dm 13.5 in

Georgian Peat Bucket

Located in Greenwich, CT

Ideal for kindling or as waste paper basket. Height below is with handle down.

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Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Brass

19th Century English Brass Bound Copper Vessel
19th Century English Brass Bound Copper Vessel

19th Century English Brass Bound Copper Vessel

Located in Greenwich, CT

Fine English late 19th brass bound copper container, with rolled edge and three copper riveted brass bands, the reverse with clasps for mounting as back pack (probably for gathering ...

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19th Century English Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Copper, Brass

Georgian Mahogany Plate Bucket
Georgian Mahogany Plate Bucket

Georgian Mahogany Plate Bucket

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H 19 in Dm 15 in

Georgian Mahogany Plate Bucket

Located in Greenwich, CT

Now with later brass liner (would not have been lined originally, but perhaps a bit more serviceable as a waste paper basket or kindling bucket presently)

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18th Century and Earlier English Georgian Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Brass

Large 20th Century Vintage or Late Antique Round Rattan Basket with Lid 1 of 2
Large 20th Century Vintage or Late Antique Round Rattan Basket with Lid 1 of 2

Large 20th Century Vintage or Late Antique Round Rattan Basket with Lid 1 of 2

Located in London, GB

A well-constructed, rounded rattan basket with a lid. It has a characterful rustic caramel colour and would be ideal in a decorative guise or as a useful piece of household storage, ...

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Early 20th Century French Rustic Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Rattan

Victorian 19th Century Elm Painted Childs Wheelbarrow
Victorian 19th Century Elm Painted Childs Wheelbarrow

Victorian 19th Century Elm Painted Childs Wheelbarrow

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

Just a few uses we could think of is as a decorative fireside log container, an unusual waste paper basket, something to transport a pets food around in, or even just as a lovely and...

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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Elm

19th Century Paint Decorated Childs Wheelbarrow
19th Century Paint Decorated Childs Wheelbarrow

19th Century Paint Decorated Childs Wheelbarrow

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H 15.5 in W 30.25 in D 17 in

19th Century Paint Decorated Childs Wheelbarrow

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

Just a few uses we could think of is as a decorative fireside log container, an unusual waste paper basket, something to transport a pets food around in, or even just as a lovely and...

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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Pine

Antique French Burr Walnut  Jardiniere Royal Provenance 19th Century
Antique French Burr Walnut  Jardiniere Royal Provenance 19th Century

Antique French Burr Walnut Jardiniere Royal Provenance 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a fantastic and exceptionally rare antique French ormolu-mounted burr walnut jardiniere, also ideal for use as a luxurious waste paper basket, circa 1840 in date. The jardi...

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1870s French Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Ormolu

Vintage Industrial Wire Mesh Waste Paper Basket
Vintage Industrial Wire Mesh Waste Paper Basket

Vintage Industrial Wire Mesh Waste Paper Basket

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage industrial wire mesh waste paper basket, great shape and form, some minor bends of the frame, presents well, stamped with maker Nemco Industries.

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Metal

Leather Waste Paper basket, France 1950's

Leather Waste Paper basket, France 1950's

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H 11.82 in W 8.27 in D 8.27 in

Leather Waste Paper basket, France 1950's

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Den Haag, NL

Leather Waste Paper basket, France 1950's

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Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Antique Waste Paper Basket

19th c. Primitive Oak Umbrella Stand or Waste Paper Basket c.1800s
19th c. Primitive Oak Umbrella Stand or Waste Paper Basket c.1800s

19th c. Primitive Oak Umbrella Stand or Waste Paper Basket c.1800s

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT A primitive Oak umbrella stand or waste paper basket with mortise and tenon construction.

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19th Century Rustic Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Oak

Fantastic Black Forest Antler Basket 1900
Fantastic Black Forest Antler Basket 1900

Fantastic Black Forest Antler Basket 1900

Located in Berghuelen, DE

black forest antler basket made of original antlers from the deer and fallow deer. decorated with wild boar tusks. may be used as plant cachepot or waste paper basket.

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19th Century German Rustic Antique Waste Paper Basket

Materials

Wood, Antler

19th Century Apple Bushel Basket
19th Century Apple Bushel Basket

19th Century Apple Bushel Basket

Located in Chicago, IL

Perfect in your kitchen or for use as a waste paper basket in a powder room.

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19th Century American Rustic Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Oak

Early 20th Century Industrial Metal Basket
Early 20th Century Industrial Metal Basket

Early 20th Century Industrial Metal Basket

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Ideal for re-use as a waste paper basket or log bin. Has taken on a desirable patina with mild rusting.

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Early 20th Century Swedish Industrial Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Steel

A Rectangular Copper Waste Paper Bin
A Rectangular Copper Waste Paper Bin

A Rectangular Copper Waste Paper Bin

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H 12 in W 11 in D 11 in

A Rectangular Copper Waste Paper Bin

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A rectangular copper waste paper bin This one has been used as a waste paper basket it has small inside handles, it has many other uses, perhaps a coal box or umbrella stand?

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Late 19th Century Aesthetic Movement Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Copper

Arts and Crafts Scandinavian Copper Bucket
Arts and Crafts Scandinavian Copper Bucket

Arts and Crafts Scandinavian Copper Bucket

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Ideal for use as a log bin or quirky waste paper basket. Expected surface marks and fading.

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Late 19th Century Swedish Arts and Crafts Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Copper

19th Century Arts & Crafts Copper Pail
19th Century Arts & Crafts Copper Pail

19th Century Arts & Crafts Copper Pail

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Good quality copper bucket, ideal for use as a log bin or a novelty waste paper basket. Tin lined with steel handle.

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1880s English Arts and Crafts Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Copper

19th Century Arts & Crafts Shaped Copper Log Bin
19th Century Arts & Crafts Shaped Copper Log Bin

19th Century Arts & Crafts Shaped Copper Log Bin

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Ideal for use as a log bin or a statement piece of a waste paper basket. Minor surface marks and expecting minor dents.

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Late 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Copper

English Riveted Copper Bucket
English Riveted Copper Bucket

English Riveted Copper Bucket

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H 13 in Dm 13.5 in

English Riveted Copper Bucket

Located in Greenwich, CT

Excellent for kindling or waste paper basket.

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1830s Great Britain (UK) Georgian Antique Waste Paper Basket

Materials

Brass, Copper

English Brass Bucket
English Brass Bucket

English Brass Bucket

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H 12 in Dm 12.5 in

English Brass Bucket

Located in Greenwich, CT

Excellent for kindling or waste paper basket.

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1850s Great Britain (UK) Georgian Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Brass

Copper and Brass Bucket
Copper and Brass Bucket

Copper and Brass Bucket

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H 12 in Dm 11 in

Copper and Brass Bucket

Located in Greenwich, CT

Ideal either for kindling or as waste paper basket.

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1910s Great Britain (UK) Georgian Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Brass, Copper

Arts & Crafts Scandinavian Copper Bucket
Arts & Crafts Scandinavian Copper Bucket

Arts & Crafts Scandinavian Copper Bucket

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Well crafted item and ideal for use as a log bin or waste paper basket. Expected surface marks.

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Late 19th Century Swedish Arts and Crafts Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Copper, Steel

19th Century English Copper Apple Kettle
19th Century English Copper Apple Kettle

19th Century English Copper Apple Kettle

Located in Greenwich, CT

Ideal as kindling or small firewood container, or as waste paper basket.

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1830s English William IV Antique Waste Paper Basket

Materials

Copper

Early Italian Cane Mahogany Paper Waste Basket, circa 1920's
Early Italian Cane Mahogany Paper Waste Basket, circa 1920's

Early Italian Cane Mahogany Paper Waste Basket, circa 1920's

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Finely crafted footed wood and cane wastebasket, Italy circa 1920's.  

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Early 20th Century Italian British Colonial Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Cane, Mahogany

Late 19th century arts and crafts copper bucket
Late 19th century arts and crafts copper bucket

Late 19th century arts and crafts copper bucket

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Ideal for use today as waste paper basket or a kindling store by the fireside.

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Late 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Copper, Steel

English Georgian Brass Bound Mahogany Coal or Kindling Bucket, circa 1760
English Georgian Brass Bound Mahogany Coal or Kindling Bucket, circa 1760

English Georgian Brass Bound Mahogany Coal or Kindling Bucket, circa 1760

Located in Kinderhook, NY

In addition to use around the hearth, it would also make a very chic waste-paper basket for the office or a receptacle for dog leashes, toys, etc., by a doorway.

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Mid-18th Century English Georgian Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Brass

Hand Painted Antique Oak Staved Red Wooden Bucket circa 1850
Hand Painted Antique Oak Staved Red Wooden Bucket circa 1850

Hand Painted Antique Oak Staved Red Wooden Bucket circa 1850

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

Would make an absolutely wonderful waste paper basket / bin or as a flower pot stand / holder / container.

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Mid-19th Century Scandinavian Victorian Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Wrought Iron

A Late 19th Century Brass Banded Waste Paper Bin in Mahognay
A Late 19th Century Brass Banded Waste Paper Bin in Mahognay

A Late 19th Century Brass Banded Waste Paper Bin in Mahognay

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A brass banded waste paper bin in mahogany. Originating in England, circa 1880.

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1880s English Late Victorian Antique Waste Paper Basket

Materials

Brass

Early 20th Century Small and Geometric Design Vintage Art Deco Waste Bucket
Early 20th Century Small and Geometric Design Vintage Art Deco Waste Bucket

Early 20th Century Small and Geometric Design Vintage Art Deco Waste Bucket

Located in Lisse, NL

Rare Art Deco waste bucket for home and office. Original Art Deco waste buckets nowadays are very rare. This may be, because at the time they were not considered something for the f...

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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Chrome

Antique English Idyllic Tin Plate Paper Waste Basket
Antique English Idyllic Tin Plate Paper Waste Basket

Antique English Idyllic Tin Plate Paper Waste Basket

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H 11.82 in W 11.82 in D 9.26 in

Antique English Idyllic Tin Plate Paper Waste Basket

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A rare surviver in the shape of this oval litter trash can for paper and office 'left-overs'. Its made from transfer-printed tin-plate featuring a micro-cosmos of idyllic scenes. It ...

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Early 20th Century English Romantic Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Metal

Large 20th Century Vintage or Late Antique Round Rattan Basket with Lid 2 of 2
Large 20th Century Vintage or Late Antique Round Rattan Basket with Lid 2 of 2

Large 20th Century Vintage or Late Antique Round Rattan Basket with Lid 2 of 2

Located in London, GB

A well-constructed, rounded rattan basket with a lid. It has a characterful rustic caramel colour and would be ideal in a decorative guise or as a useful piece of household storage, ...

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Early 20th Century French Rustic Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Rattan

Antique Ottoman Empire Waste Paper Bin, Middle Eastern, Copper Basket, Victorian
Antique Ottoman Empire Waste Paper Bin, Middle Eastern, Copper Basket, Victorian

Antique Ottoman Empire Waste Paper Bin, Middle Eastern, Copper Basket, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique Ottoman Empire waste paper bin. A Middle Eastern, copper drawing room basket, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1850.

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Mid-19th Century Asian Victorian Antique Waste Paper Basket

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Copper

Antique Scandinavian Coal or Fireplace Bucket in Brass, Circa 1810
Antique Scandinavian Coal or Fireplace Bucket in Brass, Circa 1810

Antique Scandinavian Coal or Fireplace Bucket in Brass, Circa 1810

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

This bucket could be also be used as a cauldron, planter, ice bucket or paper waste basket.

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Early 19th Century Danish Folk Art Antique Waste Paper Basket

Materials

Brass, Copper

Leather Waste Paper Basket
Leather Waste Paper Basket

Leather Waste Paper Basket

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H 14.25 in Dm 10.25 in

Leather Waste Paper Basket

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Leather Waste Paper Basket

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Early 20th Century English Antique Waste Paper Basket

Materials

Leather

Rare Edwardian Walnut and Parcel-Gilt Waste Paper Basket

Rare Edwardian Walnut and Parcel-Gilt Waste Paper Basket

Located in Bradford on Avon, GB

The carved walnut waste paper basket has caned panelled sides and stands on parcel-gilt scrolled feet.

Category

Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Waste Paper Basket

Materials

Walnut

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Category

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Materials

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Antique Waste Paper Basket For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique waste paper basket for your home. Each antique waste paper basket for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and animal skin. There are many kinds of the antique waste paper basket you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Each antique waste paper basket bearing Art Deco, Georgian or Industrial hallmarks is very popular.

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An antique waste paper basket can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,675, while the lowest priced sells for $425 and the highest can go for as much as $3,000.