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original c. 1920's vintage american industrial "justrite" enameled galvanized steel foot-operated oily ray trash can

original c. 1920's vintage american industrial "justrite" enameled galvanized steel foot-operated oily ray trash can

SKU: UR-13948-12
fully operable c. 1920's vintage american industrial "justrite" stationary factory oily waste can or receptacle. the waste can is comprised of reinforced galvanized steel with a customary cylindrical shape. manufacturer markings are lightly embossed along can's exterior, directly above the foot pedal or lever. the waste can is supported by three flat strips of metal with a convex upper face. the pressed and formed rolled rim top contains riveted joint metals straps serving as the hinge mechanism and foot pedal (i.e., hooped formation projecting outward). the bent steel handle is secured tightly to the backside of the can. traces of the original red enameled finish covering the strap work remains intact. surface wear consistent with age. designed by charles s. packer for the justrite mfg. co., chicago, il. established in 1906. justrite has long been a leading manufacturer of quality metal products for the janitorial/sanitary, hotel/motel and hospitality markets. the embossed stamped steel inspection tag (issued by the underwriters' laboratories inc.) is prominently displayed on the front of the can. worn and weathered blue paint finish. measures 21 inches tall and 16 1/2 inches in diameter.

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