Flower pot - Large Antique French Hand-Hammered Copper Jam Pan / Wash Basin (approx. 72 cm) - Copper, Iron

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Paul Wullems
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This French hand-hammered copper jam pan or wash basin, with iron handles, dates from 1940–1950 and measures approximately 72 cm across.

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This is a monumental, heavy-gauge antique French copper cauldron or basin, showcasing a hand-hammered surface texture with a rich, unpolished authentic patina. The piece features a rolled lip rim and thick, hand-forged iron handles attached securely with robust copper rivets. Given the oversized dimensions of roughly 72 cm across, this versatile heirloom piece served historically as a large-scale confectionery jam pot or a traditional domestic wash basin.
Due to its traditional hand-hammered, rounded construction, it does not currently sit completely flat on a level floor; however, the soft, malleable nature of the heavy copper means the base can be easily evened out if desired. Overall in excellent vintage/antique condition with minor structural wear consistent with utility and age.

This is a monumental, heavy-gauge antique French copper cauldron or basin, showcasing a hand-hammered surface texture with a rich, unpolished authentic patina. The piece features a rolled lip rim and thick, hand-forged iron handles attached securely with robust copper rivets. Given the oversized dimensions of roughly 72 cm across, this versatile heirloom piece served historically as a large-scale confectionery jam pot or a traditional domestic wash basin.
Due to its traditional hand-hammered, rounded construction, it does not currently sit completely flat on a level floor; however, the soft, malleable nature of the heavy copper means the base can be easily evened out if desired. Overall in excellent vintage/antique condition with minor structural wear consistent with utility and age.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
France
Material
Copper, Iron
Model
Large Antique French Hand-Hammered Copper Jam Pan / Wash Basin (approx. 72 cm)
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
44 cm
Width
72 cm
Depth
72 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950
Spain (Mainland & Balearic Islands)Verified
281
Objects sold
92.45%
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