Woven from water hyacinth over a metal frame, this barrel stands 19 inches high with a 17-inch diameter, close to the height of a sofa arm. The heavy lid fits snugly, keeping contents hidden and giving the top enough support to hold a lamp or an extra guest.
Strands of water hyacinth are braided and handwoven around the exterior, giving the barrel the irregular texture that rustic, coastal, and bohemian rooms are built on. The natural finish shifts tone slightly across the surface, and the fiber holds its shape thanks to the metal frame underneath.
The heavy lid drops into place with a snug fit rather than resting loosely on the rim, so blankets, magazines, and toys stay contained and clear of dust between uses. With the lid on, the flat top becomes usable surface for a drink or a stack of books beside a chair.
In an apartment or dorm the same 17-inch circle covers three needs at once: closed storage, an end table beside the sofa, and a spot for someone to sit when chairs run out. Rooms that cannot spare floor area for separate pieces gain the most from that overlap.
Weathered multi-colored trunk, 29 inches long, closing with an anchor clasp over board games and blankets.
Large antiqued chest with a natural wood finish, 24.75 inches wide, built for blankets and seasonal clothing.
