Description :
A handsome 19th-century hand-hammered copper vessel of traditional form, featuring a flared body, rolled rim, and a pair of small ring handles mounted to the shoulders. Crafted from heavy-gauge copper, this piece displays the rich warm tones and subtle variations in color that only decades of age and use can create.
The elegant profile widens gracefully toward the base, giving the vessel a strong architectural presence while highlighting the skill of the coppersmith. The surface retains numerous hand-worked hammer marks, creating a lively texture that beautifully reflects light. The simple ring handles provide both visual balance and practical functionality, while the substantial rolled rim reinforces the utilitarian character of the piece.
Originally intended for domestic or agricultural use, vessels of this type were commonly employed in dairies, kitchens, or farmhouses for the preparation, storage, or transport of food products. Today, it serves equally well as a decorative accent, planter, fireside vessel, or as part of a collection of antique copperware.
Its warm patinated finish complements both traditional and contemporary interiors, bringing authenticity and rustic charm to any setting. The piece remains in good antique condition, with expected wear, minor surface marks, oxidation, and irregularities consistent with age and hand-crafted manufacture.
Dimensions:
H: 21 cm × Ø 28 cm
(H: 8.27 in × Ø 11.02 in)