Lot #71: Vintage wooden counter or wall display rack

Vintage wooden general store display rack or storage tray, likely used for merchandising various goods such as spices or tea in a mercantile setting. The specific labels such as "CHILE," "BLEND," and "TEA," along with a partial "LBS" (pounds) and "NL" (likely referencing Newfoundland, Canada, or the Netherlands) suggest it was an organizational system for specific products. Purpose & Function Merchandising Display: The tiered, open-shelf design is ideal for prominently displaying small, packaged goods on a counter or wall, allowing customers to easily view and select items. Storage & Organization: The various compartments would have helped store and sort different types of items in an organized manner, potentially with the items themselves in separate containers or small sacks fitting into each slot. Apothecary or Spice Cabinet: Items of this style were often found in general stores or apothecaries for organizing herbs and spices, as indicated by the "CHILE" and "TEA" labels. Collectibility Vintage wooden store fixtures like this are highly collectible due to their rustic, primitive charm and character, often used today as decorative pieces for organizing various household items, from mail and keys to craft supplies. The original painted labels add to its historical appeal and value as a unique statement piece. Pickup category timeslot {A}