Antique Wire Egg Gathering Basket, Bail Handle, Farmhouse

A classic wire egg-gathering basket, the kind that hung in every farm kitchen and hen house a century ago. Vertical rods rise from a spun sunburst base to a rolled rim, with a swing bail handle for carrying and the deep rust patina only real age and real use produce.

These have crossed over from farm tool to favorite decorator object, and it is easy to see why. Fill it with citrus or onions on the counter, pile it with pinecones by the door, drop in a potted plant, or hang it on the wall as sculpture. The open weave and warm rust read equally at home in a farmhouse or a modern kitchen.

Solid antique condition with honest rust and patina throughout, which is the whole appeal. The bail handle swings freely and the basket sits steady. Original felt pads remain on the base ring.