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Step into the gilded romance of a 1920s Adirondack Great Camp. This spectacular, jumbo-format full-reed wicker hamper perfectly captures the elite lakeside resort lifestyle of the early 20th century, where rustic mountain architecture met high-end porch luxury.
This is a rare, highly preserved example of historic American craftsmanship. While most utility items of this era succumbed to heavy use and camp dampness, this piece boasts exceptional survival. Most notable is the stunning preservation of its organic colored dyes, which remain vibrant and distinct over a century later.Designed beautifully in the style of Heywood-Wakefield\'s iconic era, it features an isolated geometric diamond-weave accent medallion dyed in a gorgeous, original French green / sage hue across the front panel and full hinged lid. Combined with its uncommon, finely wrapped double-arch swing handle system, it stands as a sophisticated statement piece built for a luxury cabin hearth, lakeside sunroom, or high-end vintage display.
THE DETAILS:
Design Style: Adirondack Great Camp / Lakeside Luxury / Historic Americana / Cabin Chic
Aesthetic Motif: Explicitly honors Heywood-Wakefield\'s celebrated 1920s French green diamond openwork
Material: Authentic, heavy-duty full-reed hand-woven construction (sturdy, wrapped reed floor and lid framework)
Size: Generous, jumbo \"breadbox\" or utility-trunk proportions
length: 18”
Width: 14”
Height: 11” (19” with handles upright)
Features: Grand, double-arch wrapped wicker swing handle (pivots down smoothly), secure attached hinged lid, and a rich, honey-toned aged patina