Early Wooden Animal Shipping Crate limited supporting the central stem

supporting the central stem

nose and mouth have been cut out and numbered with a point value

A mid-height set of curled arms provides support for umbrellas or walking sticks

This particular brand wasn't nationally known

and parallel line embellishments

Early Wooden Animal Shipping Crate limited supporting the central stemc. 1900s; A. Backus, Jr. & Sons Detroit, MI Wooden animal shipping crate constructed with slatted sides, galvanized steel corner reinforcements, and a hinged front access door fitted with a wire mesh viewing panel. The door retains its original latch with provision for a padlock, while a chain mounted leather carrying handle remains in place above the opening. A notable feature is the integrated metal water bowl mounted inside the crate, which can be