Here we have a very 70's/MCM-style piece, with some definite heritage. This is a firkin-style ice bucket, probably manufactured in the mid 1970s, using a design that was common for the prior part of the century. But more impressive is its primogeniture: this is definitely from Spaulding & Frost of Fremont, NH, one of the most renowned coopers in the world from 1874 to 1999: the company's stamp is prominently stamped on the underside. It appears to be made of oak and brass, with a plastic waterproof interior liner.
This style was very common in the 60s and 70s; I recall my parents having end tables with a very similar design to this bucket. This piece has been cleaned up so that the brass handles are shiny again, and the interior liner is, as you can see in the pictures, free of any significant stains, though there are some minor scratches - nothing that compromises its integrity. The exterior wood is generally intact, just some expected wear and scratches. One of the grommets on the handles is missing. The brass bands are complete and tight to the wood.
It stands 12" tall, and has a diameter of 11" at the top and just over 12" on the bottom. Weight is about 7 pounds. And think of this: as we get ready to celebrate America's 250th birthday, this represents what things looked like at the Bicentennial 50 years ago! How would THAT be for your parties this Fourth of July???
