Antique 18th Cent. French Provincial Copper Wine Serving/Pouring Vessel
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:16749273 | Modified Item: No |
| Country/Region of Manufacture: France |
This French Provincial wine serving/pouring vessel of hand hammered copper and forged steel, is totally original, including tin lining, and is in excellent condition.A beautiful museum quality example of the classic period in France (1660 - 1800). Designed in the more conservative artisanal rural tradition of the people of smaller provincial cities like Lyon and not like the ornate style of Paris and its aristocratic patrons. This piece visually d...efines that classic and conservative time period of over 250 years ago.You can see the perfect execution of dovetailed ("cramped") joints and a solid gracefully curved forged steel handle with handmade copper rivets that are original and solid. It pours perfectly and is ready for use on your table, right where it should be.The vessel is 7 1/4" High, 3 3/4" top diameter, 4 1/2" at widest area and 3 1/2" bottom diameter. Capacity is 48 oz. or (1.5 L), 40 oz. (1.2 L) for easy pouring. It weighs 1 lb. 12 oz.
Please see my other listings for antique copper, and vintage mid-century modern cookware. Ask all questions before bidding as I do not provide refunds. Buyer is responsible for all shipping and handling.I prefer paypal payment within 3 days of auction's end.
Please see my other listings for antique copper, and vintage mid-century modern cookware. Ask all questions before bidding as I do not provide refunds. Buyer is responsible for all shipping and handling.I prefer paypal payment within 3 days of auction's end.
