Featured in this lot is a rare, George Lawrence Company Model 4 AP fishing creel from the 1940-50s, made in Portland, Oregon. From 1923 to 1954, the Lawrence Company was a leading manufacturer of Oregon creels in Portland. The George Lawrence Company, founded in 1857 in Portland, Oregon, was known for creating high-quality leather items, such as fishing creels. Their creels made between 1923 and 1954, are renowned for their superior craftsmanship and design. These creels have finely woven wicker baskets accented by saddle leather components. The leather is frequently tooled or embossed, revealing exquisite designs and exceptional craftsmanship. This creel features a split willow weave and leather construction and an open section in the top for throwing fish in and a handle on the back for easy carrying. The tooled leather shows geometric designs and features a metal and leather belt buckle on the front to secure the lid. Also featured on the front is a leather pouch for storing various items adorned with the metal badge reading, "Established 1857 / The George Lawrence Co. / Portland, Oregon". The top of the lid is stamped with the model reading, "4AP". A shoulder strap is housed in the creel and can be connected through the back through two small slots. The creel shows good condition overall with little wear present and no signs of damage noted. It measures 7" L x 15 1/8" W x 9 3/8" H and weighs 2 pounds and 12 ounces. This exact creel previously sold for over $1,700 at auction.*