Overview
A vibrant example of late 20th-century American organizational design, this 2.6-gallon injection-molded plastic bin features the iconic 'hot pink' aesthetic of the era.
Preliminary identification
Rubbermaid 'Keepers' Storage Box in Hot Pink, 1990
Photo reference
1 uploaded photo
Story
In 1990, the American household was undergoing a massive shift toward systematic organization, fueled by the rise of big-box retail and a new obsession with 'clutter-free' living.
Maker / Origin
Rubbermaid was founded in 1920 as the Wooster Rubber Company, initially making toy balloons before pivoting to the first rubber dustpan in 1933.
Condition & Value
The item appears to be in remarkably good vintage condition with the original paper label and Laneco price tags still attached. There is minor surface scuffing on the lid consistent with age, but the plastic has avoided the typical UV fading or brittleness.
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Market Analysis
Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Value Drivers
- ▲ Strong maker attribution with credible period details
- ▲ Better-than-average condition for the category
- ▲ Broader demand rises when presentation and finish feel intact
Concerns
- ▼ Decorative-only demand limits the ceiling
- ▼ Surface wear or missing provenance can compress the range fast
- ▼ Regional sale lanes often underperform specialist venues
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Comparable Sales
5 compsRegional auction
· Jun 2024Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
$1,280
SOLD
Dealer archive
· Mar 2024Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
$1,450
SOLD
Marketplace sale
· Jan 2024Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
$980
SOLD
Estate platform
· Oct 2023Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
$1,150
SOLD
Auction result
· Aug 2023Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.
$1,375
SOLD