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Set of Three Antique Rustic Spanish Hammered Copper Containers, Pitchers

$2,164.61
£1,575.59
€1,800
CA$2,946.25
A$3,295.56
CHF 1,715.03
MX$40,569.52
NOK 21,818.75
SEK 20,470.29
DKK 13,698.39
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About the Item

These three antique copper containers were hand made in Spain for common household purposes, but with their sculptural forms, rich colors and patina of age they surpass their rough beginnings to become things of beauty. All three show evidence of use, some period repairs, and a characteristic geometric, zig-zagging "dovetail seam" where two pieces of copper were "cramped" or hammered together while molten brass was dripped into the seam and smoothed over to strengthen the joint. The smallest has an incised cross mark, and the largest has a stamped fleur-de-lis mark. The significance of this mark being on this pitcher is unknown, and though it is a heraldic symbol used widely throughout Europe, in Spain the fleur-de-lis has been associated with both the House of Bourbon royal family and the Catholic religion (often representing the Holy Trinity). The third container has visible period repairs and a second small handle, to assist in either scooping water or pouring.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14.57 in (37 cm)Diameter: 9.85 in (25 cm)
  • Style:
    Rustic (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Copper,Wrought Iron,Hand-Crafted
  • Place of Origin:
    Spain
  • Period:
    18th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Unknown
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Some period repairs visible. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor structural damages.
  • Seller Location:
    Madrid, ES
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3306145665702

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