Pan - Antique Copper Kettle with Handle - Copper, Iron, Tin

Antique copper kettle with wrought-iron handle and patinated interior – ca. 1870–1900

This authentic antique copper kettle is a beautiful example of traditional artisanal craftsmanship from the late 19th century. The kettle is made of solid copper and equipped with a robust, hand-forged iron handle. Through years of use, the copper has developed a stunning, natural patina with warm copper tones and subtle greenish oxidation traces, giving the object a characterful and authentic appearance.

The interior is originally tinned, a technique that was widely used in copper cookware at the time. The tin coating prevented acidic foods from coming into direct contact with the copper and protected both the food and the copper itself. Moreover, the tinned interior made the kettle better suited for daily use and easier to clean.

Dimensions and weight
Height including handle: ca. 29.5 cm
Height without handle: ca. 20 cm
Width: ca. 25.5 cm
Depth: ca. 25 cm
Weight: ca. 1.5 kg

Origin and dating
Country of origin: presumably Western Europe (Netherlands, Belgium or France)
Estimated period: ca. 1870–1900
Materials and colors
Material: solid copper with wrought-iron handle and tinned interior
Color: warm copper with lovely dark and light green patina, combined with aged black/gray wrought iron
Model and style
Model: traditional cooking or water kettle
Style: rural, rustic, historic
Historical use
This type of kettle was widely used in the 19th century above an open fire or in the hearth for heating water, preparing food and various household tasks. Thanks to its sturdy wrought-iron handle, the kettle could be easily lifted or hung on a hook above the fire. It is a characteristic household item that held a fixed place in the home for many years.

Condition
The kettle is in a good, honest antique condition, appropriate to its respectable age of over a century. The copper shows a beautiful, naturally formed patina with signs of use that contribute to the authentic appearance. The tinned interior is still present. No cracks or breaks.

Collectible value and contemporary use
Antique copper kettles from this period are beloved by collectors of old copper and enthusiasts of country and historical interiors. Thanks to its graceful form and well-worn appearance, this kettle also serves as a particularly decorative object, for example:
- as a atmospheric focal point in a country or classic kitchen;
- at an open fireplace or wood stove;
- in a hall, living room or conservatory;
- as decor in a farm, manor or hospitality interior.

A beautiful and characterful object where craftsmanship, history and authenticity come together.

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The kettle will be carefully packed and shipped with Track & Trace.