1990s John Keim Handcrafted Solid Wood Collapsible Swan Basket & Trivet

This is one of those pieces that always gets a reaction. Hand-carved by John Keim back in the early 90s, it’s a bit of a magic trick for your kitchen—it starts as a flat, sturdy trivet and then swivels up into a beautiful swan basket. It’s a perfect example of functional folk art that actually earns its keep on your counter.

The Details

Era: 1990s (Dated 1992)

Maker: John Keim (Signed)

Material: Hand-carved solid wood, brass hardware

Pattern/Motif: Stylized Figural Swan / Kinetic Folk Art

Condition: Excellent (Beautifully preserved wood grain with smooth mechanical movement; minor age-appropriate wear to the base).

Dimensions

As a Basket: 11" H x 14" L x 6" W

As a Trivet: 14" L x 5.5" W