Vintage Mid Century Italian Aluminum Ice Bucket Hinged Mechanical Lid Nasco

Bring classic 1950s/1960s cocktail hour glamour to your bar cart with this striking vintage double-walled aluminum ice bucket. This mid-century piece features a highly clever mechanical design: lifting the swinging overhead handle automatically pivots and pulls the hinged lid open for seamless, one-handed operation while entertaining. The top is beautifully finished with a decorative scalloped ring finial. Designed for utility and style, the thick double-walled structural aluminum provides natural insulation to keep ice chilled without requiring a separate plastic or glass liner. The bottom rim is fitted with a black felt protective pad to guard delicate tabletops against scratches. Dimensions: - Total Height (Handle Up): 11 inches - Height (To Top of Lid Loop): 9 inches - Main Bucket Height (To Lid Surface): 7 inches Condition: Good vintage condition with a beautiful authentic patina. The mechanical pivoting handle and hinge function flawlessly. The interior and exterior show normal, honest age-related oxidization, light water spots, and fine surface wear consistent with a genuine mid-century barware piece. No major dents or deep structural flaws. Unpolished—ready to display as-is with its warm vintage character or polish to a high mirror shine!