Milk jug - Copper, Iron - 1870s H57cm/ 10,2Kg





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Antique Dutch copper milk churn from the 1870s, with a 57 cm height, 31 cm width and 31 cm depth, weighing about 10.2 kg, made of copper and iron, featuring an integrated lid, two loop handles, and embossed number 8216 with the inscription “DE ZO HOEK”, in good condition with signs of ageing.
Description from the seller
Antique Dutch Copper Milk Churn – 1870s
A striking antique Dutch milk churn dating from the 1870s, featuring a substantial cylindrical body, tapered shoulders, two sturdy loop handles and an integrated copper lid. The embossed number 8216 and the lettering “DE ZO HOEK” give this impressive piece distinctive historical character.
Crafted from copper with traditional soldered seams, the churn displays a beautiful reddish-brown patina, with areas of natural oxidation and green verdigris. The visible surface marks, small dents and signs of age reflect its authentic working history.
Milk churns were essential equipment in traditional Dutch dairy farming, used to collect and transport fresh milk from farms to dairies. The Netherlands has a long-standing agricultural and dairy heritage, making original copper vessels such as this particularly appealing to collectors of Dutch rural antiques.
With its substantial weight, traditional craftsmanship and authentic aged finish, this is a real eye-catcher for a farmhouse interior, rustic kitchen or industrial-style space.
Details / Specifications
Object: Antique milk churn
Origin: Netherlands
Period: Approximately 1870s (approximately 150 years old)
Material: Iron/ copper
Features: Integrated lid, two loop handles, embossed number and lettering
Markings: “8216” and “DE ZO HOEK”
Dimensions: Approx. 57 x 31 x 31 cm (h x w x d)
Weight: Approx. 10.2 kg
Condition: Solid vintage condition, with surface wear, small dents, tarnishing and natural oxidation consistent with age. Please refer to the photographs for details.
A substantial and characterful piece of Dutch agricultural heritage, ideal for collectors of traditional dairy equipment and authentic antique interiors.
Seller's Story
Antique Dutch Copper Milk Churn – 1870s
A striking antique Dutch milk churn dating from the 1870s, featuring a substantial cylindrical body, tapered shoulders, two sturdy loop handles and an integrated copper lid. The embossed number 8216 and the lettering “DE ZO HOEK” give this impressive piece distinctive historical character.
Crafted from copper with traditional soldered seams, the churn displays a beautiful reddish-brown patina, with areas of natural oxidation and green verdigris. The visible surface marks, small dents and signs of age reflect its authentic working history.
Milk churns were essential equipment in traditional Dutch dairy farming, used to collect and transport fresh milk from farms to dairies. The Netherlands has a long-standing agricultural and dairy heritage, making original copper vessels such as this particularly appealing to collectors of Dutch rural antiques.
With its substantial weight, traditional craftsmanship and authentic aged finish, this is a real eye-catcher for a farmhouse interior, rustic kitchen or industrial-style space.
Details / Specifications
Object: Antique milk churn
Origin: Netherlands
Period: Approximately 1870s (approximately 150 years old)
Material: Iron/ copper
Features: Integrated lid, two loop handles, embossed number and lettering
Markings: “8216” and “DE ZO HOEK”
Dimensions: Approx. 57 x 31 x 31 cm (h x w x d)
Weight: Approx. 10.2 kg
Condition: Solid vintage condition, with surface wear, small dents, tarnishing and natural oxidation consistent with age. Please refer to the photographs for details.
A substantial and characterful piece of Dutch agricultural heritage, ideal for collectors of traditional dairy equipment and authentic antique interiors.

