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Antique Water Bucket, Burmese, Silvered Copper, Fireside Store, Georgian, C.1800
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Antique Water Bucket, Burmese, Silvered Copper, Fireside Store, Georgian, C.1800

18th century
Description

This is an antique water bucket. A Burmese, silvered copper fireside store, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1800.

Eye-catchingly weathered appearance with a fascinating decorative finish

Displays a desirable aged patina, commensurate with age and use

Hand crafted from silvered copper, with remnants of verdigris and amber hues

Distinctive 'elephant foot' form with wide lower bowl

Tactile, engraved handle articulates within broad, bonded mounts

Rim edge and body accentuated with chased pattern detail to their circumference

Ornate medallions present animal characters upon etched leaf backgrounds

Well suited for use as a distinctive fireside store, suitable for all fuel types

This is a delightfully patinated antique water bucket, offering an appealing opportunity as a coal or log bucket or waste paper basket. Delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 34.5cm (13.5'')

Max Depth: 32cm (12.5'')

Max Height: 35cm (13.75'')

Height to Handle: 52cm (20.5'')

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Our Ref: 24636

Physical Dimensions
Height
35cm (13.78")
Width
34.5cm (13.58")
Depth
32cm (12.60")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Copper Water Bucket to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1096717
Dealers Internal Reference
24636
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Description
This is an antique water bucket. A Burmese, silvered copper fireside store, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1800.

Eye-catchingly weathered appearance with a fascinating decorative finish

Displays a desirable aged patina, commensurate with age and use

fig 1. An antique silvered copper water bucket with intricate hand-chased oriental patterns and an arched overhead swing handle.
fig 1. Antique Water Bucket, Burmese, Silvered Copper, Fireside Store, Georgian, C.1800

Hand crafted from silvered copper, with remnants of verdigris and amber hues

Distinctive 'elephant foot' form with wide lower bowl

Tactile, engraved handle articulates within broad, bonded mounts

Rim edge and body accentuated with chased pattern detail to their circumference

fig 2. An antique silvered copper water bucket with intricate hand-chased oriental patterns and an arched overhead swing handle.
fig 2. Antique Water Bucket, Burmese, Silvered Copper, Fireside Store, Georgian, C.1800

Ornate medallions present animal characters upon etched leaf backgrounds

Well suited for use as a distinctive fireside store, suitable for all fuel types

“
This is a delightfully patinated antique water bucket, offering an appealing opportunity as a coal or log bucket or waste paper basket.
London Fine Antiques

Delivered ready for the home.

fig 3. An antique silvered copper water bucket with intricate hand-chased oriental patterns and an arched overhead swing handle.
fig 3. Antique Water Bucket, Burmese, Silvered Copper, Fireside Store, Georgian, C.1800

Dimensions:

Max Width: 34.5cm (13.5'')

Max Depth: 32cm (12.5'')

Max Height: 35cm (13.75'')

Height to Handle: 52cm (20.5'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

fig 4. An antique silvered copper water bucket with intricate hand-chased oriental patterns and an arched overhead swing handle.
fig 4. Antique Water Bucket, Burmese, Silvered Copper, Fireside Store, Georgian, C.1800

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 24636

Height
35cm (13.78")
Width
34.5cm (13.58")
Depth
32cm (12.60")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Copper Water Bucket to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1096717
Dealers Internal Ref
24636
London Fine Antiques
London Fine Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2010

Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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An antique silvered copper water bucket with intricate hand-chased oriental patterns and an arched overhead swing handle.
Antique Water Bucket, Burmese, Silvered Copper, Fireside Store, Georgian, C.1800
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FAQs

Burmese metalworking traditions in the late 18th and early 19th centuries involved hand-crafting copper vessels finished with silver or tin plating. These items served both practical domestic purposes and ceremonial uses, featuring intricate chased patterns inspired by local flora and geometric traditions.

These buckets were hand-formed from copper sheet metal with silver plating applied to the surface. Handles and brackets were riveted into place, while surface ornamentation was executed using hand-chasing and repousse techniques.

Authentic pieces display evidence of hand-hammering, irregular seam joinery, and riveted bracket attachments rather than modern welds. Natural wear through the silvered layer to the underlying copper, along with genuine patination in recessed areas, further confirms age.

An antique copper bucket functions effectively as a fireside log store, an indoor plant container, or an accent piece on a fireplace hearth. The contrast between warm copper tones and silvered highlights provides texture in contemporary and traditional rooms alike.

Dust regularly with a dry, soft cloth and avoid abrasive polishes that strip remaining silver plating or natural patination. If necessary, apply a light coat of clear microcrystalline wax to protect the metal from oxidisation.
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