Wiener Email - Kitchen container - Metal - Vintage 1960

New & NEVER USED | Enamel Sink Wiener Email from 1960

with white enamel.

Original about 65-67 years old.

An untouched piece of Viennese time history: Original “Wiener Email” sink from 1960 – brand new & unused!

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

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

The measurements were taken with the iPhone measuring tape app and may therefore have deviations.

Why Wiener Email? “Wiener Email” is a term that makes nostalgics and design lovers’ hearts leap. It stands for the highest quality, extreme durability, and that very special, silky shine that only real enamel possesses. It feels valuable, it is hygienic, easy to care for, and exudes a warmth and resilience that modern plastic or ceramic sinks often lack.

A design statement for your home: Whether you are renovating a historic country house, want to add a touch of “Mid-Century Vintage” to your modern bathroom, or are seeking the perfect highlight for a garden kitchen – this basin is the absolute focal point. The classic shaping is timelessly elegant and radiates pure joie de vivre and nostalgia. It tells stories of a time when craftsmanship still had a golden ground.

Your benefits at a glance:

Absolute one-of-a-kind: In this unused condition (New Old Stock) hardly findable.

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

Viennese quality: Rugged enamel that lasts for generations.

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

Bring this radiance home! This sink is more than a utilitarian object – it is 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 object to life.

The heart of the garden: When enamel meets green life
A garden is far more than a mere collection of plants, soil, and stones. It is a living organism, a retreat, and above all a stage for life’s small, real joys. When in spring the first sunbeams warm the ground and the young green bursts forth with almost audible force from the darkness, a deep, instinctive satisfaction rises within us. It is the joy of creating, tending, and harvesting. Yet true garden joy only arises through the details that fill this place of calm with character. One of the most charming symbols of this connection between usefulness and nostalgia is the classic enamel sink.

Imagine a warm June day. Hands buried in cool, dark earth, feeling the texture of roots and the scent of fresh humus. It is honest work that clears the mind and grounds the soul. But once the day’s labor is done, when the seedlings rest safely in their beds, follows a nearly ritual moment of cleansing. This is where the enamel sink comes into play. Mounted on an old brick wall or placed on a wooden stand beneath the spreading branch of an apple tree, it is far more than just a washing facility. It is an anchor point of aesthetics.

The smooth, cool surface of 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 of unused storage, carries a very particular energy. Its radiant white reflects the sunlight that filters through the treetop, giving the outdoor area a cleanliness and order that feels 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 like summer freshness and the good old days.

The joy of gardening 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 sink outdoors invites you to pause. Here you wash not just the dirt from your fingers, here you wash away the stress of daily life. You can rinse freshly harvested radishes directly under the stream, where the bright red of the vegetable against the white enamel looks almost like a still life. It is these visual pleasures that make gardening so rich.

Moreover, enamel is a material like no other for sustainability and durability – values that every gardener shares. It withstands weather, ages with dignity, and always retains its core of robust steel. Installing such a basin in the garden is a decision against disposability. It is a declaration of permanence. Whoever shares their garden joy with such historically valuable and yet functional objects creates an oasis that breathes history.

At the end of a long day in the garden, when dusk sets in and the colors of the flowers slowly fade, the enamel basin still glows as a bright focal point in the half-light. It is a faithful companion through the seasons. From the first frost on which the enamel sparkles 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.

Since we have several pieces and do not want to take new photos every time, the buyer agrees that the sink does not have to look exactly like in the photo. Basically, it is the same sink, but small enamel blemishes as well as minor deviations such as defective stickers, blemishes, or wear from storage or adjustments may be present. It is also possible that the condition is better or somewhat worse. We have black and white sinks from an estate. - Since we do not always want to post a new listing, the bidder agrees to receive either a black one or one with beige (white edge). There is no option to choose; it will be shipped according to what we still have available. Do not bid if you do not agree. Starting price €1 – no reserve!