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New & NEVER USED | Enamel Washbasin Wiener Email from 1960

In black with white enamel.

Original about 65-67 years old.

An untouched piece of Viennese time history: Original “Vienna enamel” washbasin from 1960 – brand new & unused!

Have you ever felt like you’re opening a real time capsule? Here you have a rare opportunity not only to buy a washbasin but a piece of genuine Viennese craftsmanship that has patiently waited for its big moment for more than six decades!

A condition that leaves you speechless: This magnificent enamel washbasin comes straight from 1960. But don’t be fooled by the year: it is NEW and NEVER USED. While the world kept turning, this gem endured decades in a Sleeping Beauty slumber, ready to shine in full glory today. The surface gleams as perfectly white and pristine as on the first day of manufacture. No scratches, no chips – pure perfection from an era when things were built to last forever.

The dimensions were measured with the iPhone measuring tape app and may therefore vary.

Why Wiener Email? “Wiener Email” is a term that makes nostalgic people and design lovers’ hearts beat faster. It stands for the highest quality, extreme durability, and that special, silky shine that only true enamel possesses. It feels valuable, it is hygienic, easy to care for, and exudes a warmth and resilience that modern plastics or ceramic basins often lack.

A design statement for your home: Whether you’re renovating a historic country house, giving your modern bathroom a touch of “mid-century vintage,” or seeking the perfect highlight for a garden kitchen – this basin is the absolute showstopper. The classic styling is timelessly elegant and exudes pure joie de vivre and nostalgia. It tells stories of a time when craftsmanship still had a golden ground.

Your advantages at a glance:

Absolute one-off: in this unused state (New Old Stock) practically hard to find.

Authentic 1960s: not a retro copy, but the real original!

Viennese quality: sturdy enamel that endures for generations.

Versatile: ideal for bathroom, guest toilet, kitchen, or as a stylish accent in the garden area.

Bring this radiance home! This basin is more than a functional object – it’s a love letter to 20th-century design. Will you be the first after 64 years to let water flow into this beautiful basin? A magical moment that finally brings this historic piece to life.

The heart of the garden: When enamel meets green life
A garden is much more than a mere collection of plants, soil and stones. It is a living organism, a retreat, and above all a stage for the small, real joys of life. When spring’s first sunbeams warm the soil and the young green shoots burst forth with almost audible power, we feel a deep, instinctive contentment. It is the joy of creating, nurturing, and harvesting. Yet true garden joy only arises from the details that fill this place of retreat with character. One of the most charming symbols of this connection between utility and nostalgia is the classic enamel washbasin.

Imagine a warm June day. Your hands are deep in the cool, dark earth, you feel the texture of the roots and the scent of fresh humus. It is honest work that frees the mind and grounds the soul. But when the day’s work is done, when the seedlings rest safely in their beds, comes a nearly ritual moment of cleansing. This is where the enamel washbasin steps in. Mounted on an old brick wall or placed on a wooden stand under the sprawling branch of an apple tree, it is far more than just a washing station. It is a anchor point of aesthetics.

The smooth, cool surface of the enamel forms a fascinating contrast to the roughness of the garden. As the plants grow, change, and fade in autumn, the enamel basin stands like a rock in the surf. Especially an original from the 1960s, which may have endured decades unused, brings its own energy. Its bright white reflects sunlight filtering through the canopy and gives the outdoor area a cleanliness and order that is deeply satisfying after gardening. When clear water drips from the tap and hits the hard, glassy bottom of the basin, the sound is brighter and friendlier than with any modern plastic basin. It sounds of summertime freshness and of the good old times.

The joy of living in the garden is defined by these sensuous experiences. It is the feeling of cold water on the dusty forearms, while bees hum in the background. An enamel washbasin outdoors invites you to pause. Here you don’t just wash dirt from your fingers, you wash away the stress of everyday life. You can rinse freshly harvested radishes directly under the stream, the bright red of the vegetables contrasting with the white enamel almost like a still life. It is these visual delights that make gardening so rich.

Moreover, enamel is a material like no other for sustainability and durability – values every gardener shares. It resists weather, ages gracefully, and always keeps its core of sturdy steel. Installing such a basin in the garden is a decision against throwaway mentality. It is a commitment to permanence. Those who share their gardening joy with such historically valuable yet functional objects create an oasis that breathes history.

At the end of a long day in the garden, as dusk falls and the colors of the flowers dwindle, the enamel basin still glows as a bright fixed point in the half-light. It is a loyal companion through the seasons. From the first frost, on which the enamel glitters, to the hot dog days when it provides cool refreshment. This symbiosis of nature and craftsmanship is what makes gardening a lifelong passion. It is the pure, unadulterated joy of being, accompanied by the gentle shine of a classic.

As we have several pieces and do not want to take new photos each time, the buyer agrees that the washbasin does not have to look exactly like in the photo. Basically it is the same basin, but small enamel nicks, minor deviations such as damaged stickers, small nicks, or wear or leveling discrepancies may be present. It is also possible that the condition is better or somewhat worse. Do not bid if you do not agree. Starting price 1€ – no reserve!