Cooking pot (2) - Copper, iron, tin - Copper Pot & Jug 19th C.
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Two antique copper vessels, a hand‑hammered cauldron with an iron swing handle and a matching copper jug, dating to 1800–1850 in Central Europe, in fair condition with signs of wear.
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Antique Copper Cooking Set – Cauldron & Jug – 19th Century
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This authentic set of two antique copper vessels is a fine example of traditional European craftsmanship from the 19th century.
The lot consists of a hand-hammered copper cauldron with forged iron swing handle and a matching copper jug/pitcher. Both pieces show classic construction techniques, including riveted joints, hand-shaped forms, and visible hammer marks, characteristic of pre-industrial or early industrial production.
The interiors display remnants of tin lining, traditionally applied to protect food from direct contact with copper. The surfaces feature a rich, naturally developed patina with oxidation, wear, and age-related traces, giving both objects strong decorative appeal and historical authenticity.
Such vessels were widely used in rural households for cooking over open fire, heating liquids, or general domestic purposes.
Dimensions:
Cauldron: (K117-2)
Height: 16 cm
Width: 17 cm
Depth: 16 cm
Weight: 804 g
Jug / Pitcher: (K117-3)
Height: 14 cm
Width: 13 cm
Depth: 13 cm
Weight: 566 g
Provenance:
Private collection, Freiburg.
Antique Copper Cooking Set – Cauldron & Jug – 19th Century
______________________________________________________________________________________
This authentic set of two antique copper vessels is a fine example of traditional European craftsmanship from the 19th century.
The lot consists of a hand-hammered copper cauldron with forged iron swing handle and a matching copper jug/pitcher. Both pieces show classic construction techniques, including riveted joints, hand-shaped forms, and visible hammer marks, characteristic of pre-industrial or early industrial production.
The interiors display remnants of tin lining, traditionally applied to protect food from direct contact with copper. The surfaces feature a rich, naturally developed patina with oxidation, wear, and age-related traces, giving both objects strong decorative appeal and historical authenticity.
Such vessels were widely used in rural households for cooking over open fire, heating liquids, or general domestic purposes.
Dimensions:
Cauldron: (K117-2)
Height: 16 cm
Width: 17 cm
Depth: 16 cm
Weight: 804 g
Jug / Pitcher: (K117-3)
Height: 14 cm
Width: 13 cm
Depth: 13 cm
Weight: 566 g
Provenance:
Private collection, Freiburg.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Weight
1370 g
Specific region of origin
Central Europe
Title additional information
Copper Pot & Jug 19th C.
Number of objects
2
Country of origin
Europe
Material
Copper, iron, tin
Style
Antique
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
17 cm
Width
16 cm
Depth
17 cm
Estimated period
1800-1850
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