A striking large antique Italian copper pot, beaten by hand and finished with substantial solid brass handles and a fitted lid. Most likely used for cooking during the early to mid-20th century, this impressive vessel retains the character of its original utilitarian life.
The broad, rounded form is complemented by a beautifully irregular copper surface, with rich patina and variations in colour and texture developed naturally through age, use and exposure. The combination of warm aged copper and solid brass handles gives the piece a wonderfully tactile, understated presence.
At 39 cm wide, this is an impressive decorative vessel that can be used as a statement planter, oversized storage pot or simply displayed as a sculptural piece of historic Italian kitchenware.
Period: Early to mid-20th century
Origin: Italy
Found: Lecce, Puglia
Material: Hand-beaten copper with solid brass handles
Original use: Cooking and kitchen storage
Features: Fitted lid and substantial brass handles
Finish: Naturally aged copper with individual patina and surface variation
Current use: Statement planter, storage vessel or decorative object
Dimensions: H30.5 × W39 × D39 cm
This antique copper pot has an authentic aged appearance, with natural patina, surface marks, variations in colour and texture consistent with its age and previous use. These individual characteristics are part of the character and history of the piece.
A striking large antique Italian copper pot, beaten by hand and finished with substantial solid brass handles and a fitted lid. Most likely used for cooking during the early to mid-20th century, this impressive vessel retains the character of its original utilitarian life.
The broad, rounded form is complemented by a beautifully irregular copper surface, with rich patina and variations in colour and texture developed naturally through age, use and exposure. The combination of warm aged copper and solid brass handles gives the piece a wonderfully tactile, understated presence.
At 39 cm wide, this is an impressive decorative vessel that can be used as a statement planter, oversized storage pot or simply displayed as a sculptural piece of historic Italian kitchenware.
Period: Early to mid-20th century
Origin: Italy
Found: Lecce, Puglia
Material: Hand-beaten copper with solid brass handles
Original use: Cooking and kitchen storage
Features: Fitted lid and substantial brass handles
Finish: Naturally aged copper with individual patina and surface variation
Current use: Statement planter, storage vessel or decorative object
Dimensions: H30.5 × W39 × D39 cm
This antique copper pot has an authentic aged appearance, with natural patina, surface marks, variations in colour and texture consistent with its age and previous use. These individual characteristics are part of the character and history of the piece.
