Antique 19thC Copper Pot Hand Hammered Double Dovetail Cramp Seam Brass Handles For Sale

19th Century Hand-Hammered Copper Cachepot / Hearth Pot with Double Dovetail ConstructionItem Overview:Up for sale is a beautiful, authentic 19th-century hand-crafted copper pot featuring exceptional early coppersmith construction. This piece shows incredible character and is a prime example of pre-industrial metalworking. It features thick, heavy-gauge copper with an unpolished, rich historic patina.Key Features & Collector Details:Double Dovetail Seams: Built using the historic "cramp seam" method. It features a visible interlocking jagged dovetail seam running vertically down the side, and a second full circular dovetail joint joining the walls to the bottom base.
Hand-Hammered Detail: The body displays beautiful, uneven hand-hammered dimpling (planishing marks) along the bottom edge and lower rim.Heavy Cast Brass Hardware: Features two robust cast-brass side handles.Hand-Riveted Construction: The handles are securely fastened with original, thick copper rivets showing hand-flattened, uneven circular heads on the interior.Interior: Unlined, bare copper interior showing an honest, naturally aged coloration and historic verdigris.Condition:Excellent antique condition with no major tears or structural splits. It stands sturdy. The metal displays an exquisite, untouched rustic patina with authentic dark spotting, oxidization, and green verdigris in the recessed joints. I have left the piece entirely unpolished to preserve its historic integrity and value for collectors.Approximate Dimensions:
Width: ~6 inches across
Depth: ~4 inches deep