Up for sale is a fantastic, authentic vintage wooden shipping crate from the Sherwin-Williams Paint Company. This heavy-duty industrial box features excellent advertising typography and historical markings, making it a perfect piece for rustic farmhouse decor, industrial storage, or a unique display piece.The ends of the crate are clearly stenciled "HOUSE PAINT / CARMINE", indicating it originally held a deep red house paint. The side battens are stamped "SHERWIN-WILLIAMS" and "6-1 GAL. (GALS.)".The long sides feature historical regulatory shipping stamps reading: "I.C.C.No.2 / NO LABEL REQUIRED" (referencing mid-20th-century Interstate Commerce Commission transport specifications).Dimensions (Approximate):Length: 19.5"Width: 13.5"Height: 11.5"Condition:This crate is in good, structurally sound vintage condition with a beautiful aged patina. It shows authentic wear from industrial use, including scratches, weathering, and some natural wood splitting on the bottom planks (as shown in the photos). There is an old, vibrant red paint smudge on one side from its original life in a paint warehouse, adding great character and verifying its history. Nails are tight, and the box is sturdy. Please review all photos carefully to assess condition details.Ships quickly and securely. Please use the shipping calculator to determine rates to your location. Thanks for looking!