# Beautiful Vintage Hawkeye Burlington Woven Picnic Basket – Mid-Century Forest Green

Up for sale is a gorgeous, highly collectible mid-century **Hawkeye Picnic Basket**, proudly manufactured by the **Burlington Basket Company** in Burlington, Iowa. Featuring the iconic, sought-after forest green and natural accent weave, this piece is a perfect addition to any retro kitchen, vintage advertising collection, cottagecore display, or for stylish outdoor use. 

### Item Features & Details:

* **Brand:** Hawkeye (Burlington Basket Co.)

* **Era:** Late 1950s to 1970s

* **Colorway:** Vibrant forest green split wood weave with contrasting natural tone accents.

* **Handles:** Dual metal swing-down carry handles.

* **Maker's Mark:** Authentic factory stamp clearly visible on the underside of the base.

* **Dimensions:** Stands approximately 10.5 inches tall, 19 inches long, and 11.5 inches wide.

Condition Report:

This basket is in excellent vintage display and structural condition for its age. 

* **The Body:** The woven wicker body is remarkably sound, tight, and well-preserved. There are no major breaks, missing weave sections, or unraveling holes.

* **Hardware & Lid:** The wood rim, lid hinges, and dual swing handles operate flawlessly. 

* **Wear to Note:** Shows light paint loss and minor surface oxidation/rust on the metallic handles, along with typical light scuffing and age-related wear on the masonite lid/base consistent with vintage use. (Please review all high-resolution photos for exact cosmetic details). 

Shipping & Handling:

We treat breakables and vintage collectibles with the utmost respect. The item will be packed with professional care using high-quality bubble wrap and structural padding to ensure it arrives exactly as pictured. Fast shipping!