Metal Wall Pocket | Antique

Description

An antique metal wall pocket. A handsome and unusual piece for display or practical use.

Dimensions

Why it’s here

Everything in the Homestedt Antiques collection was sourced from rural barns, markets, and dealers across the North East of the United States, England, and Sweden, the same regions that have inspired much of what Homestedt does. These are objects that have already lived a life. They were made by hand, used daily, and have arrived here still doing what they were always meant to do. We collect these pieces because they show the kind of character that comes from decades of use, the evidence of the maker’s hand, and a beauty that adds texture, history and warmth to a home.

What you’re seeing in this collection is just a small selection of our antiques. For the full range of our latest pieces, we recommend a visit to our North Branch, NY location where you’ll find an ever changing collection of pieces that have caught our eye.

About this piece

Wall pockets, designed to hang on a wall and hold letters, papers, dried flowers, or small objects, were a common feature of 19th and early 20th century interiors. This metal example has a presence that ceramic versions rarely match: substantial, well-formed, and aged to a quiet, dark patina. A practical object that doubles as a piece of wall art.

Condition

Good antique condition. Natural metal patina consistent with age. Structurally sound and suitable for wall mounting.

Care & display

Hang on a wall using appropriate fixings for the wall type. Suitable for holding dried flowers, letters, or small objects. Wipe clean with a dry cloth.