Vintage Wire Potato Picking Basket

Vintage wire potato picking baskets were commonly used in the early to mid-20th century. These baskets were an important tool for potato farmers to gather and transport potatoes from their fields. The specific time period may vary depending on the region and farming practices, but wire potato baskets were widely used during the era when manual labor and hand tools were prevalent in agriculture. These feature a wire design that facilitated easy transportation and cleaning of the potatoes, while also allowing excess mud to be removed. Nowadays, these versatile baskets can serve a variety of purposes. For example, they can be utilized to store firewood, blankets, or magazines in your living room. With some creativity, they can even be transformed into a unique coffee table. As each basket is vintage, there may be variations in terms of size, color, or style, but each one showcases a beautiful patina that enhances its character. The approximate dimensions of these baskets 18.75”W x 17.25 x H x 17.5”inside the basket.