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19th Century Shaped Copper and Brass Log Bin
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19th Century Shaped Copper and Brass Log Bin

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19th century shaped copper and brass log bin circa 1870.

Good quality copper storage bin which is shaped like an elephants foot.  complete with decorative brass handles.  ideal for use as a log bin.

Expected minor surface marks and small indentations.

Physical Dimensions
Height
42.5cm (16.73")
Width
47.6cm (18.74")
Depth
47.6cm (18.74")
Declaration

Debenham Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Copper Log Bin to the 19th Century.

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SA1135842
Dealers Internal Reference
EA3228
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Description
19th century shaped copper and brass log bin circa 1870.

Good quality copper storage bin which is shaped like an elephants foot.  complete with decorative brass handles.  ideal for use as a log bin.

Expected minor surface marks and small indentations.

Height
42.5cm (16.73")
Width
47.6cm (18.74")
Depth
47.6cm (18.74")
Date of Manufacture

Debenham Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Copper Log Bin to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1135842
Dealers Internal Ref
EA3228
Debenham Antiques Ltd
Debenham Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2012

We are a leading antique furniture dealer in the UK with over 60 years of experience.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Debenham Antiques Ltd Profile Page

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Debenham Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A 19th-century copper log bin featuring a flared, waisted silhouette, rolled rim, and cast brass ring handles.
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Debenham Antiques Ltd
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Debenham
Suffolk
IP14 6QS
United Kingdom
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A 19th-century copper log bin featuring a flared, waisted silhouette, rolled rim, and cast brass ring handles.
19TH CENTURY SHAPED COPPER AND BRASS LOG BIN
Ref: SA1135842
A 19th-century copper log bin featuring a flared, waisted silhouette, rolled rim, and cast brass ring handles.
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  • ObjectLog Bins
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialCopper, Brass
  • ColourWarm Copper
  • MotifsWaisted profile, brass ring handles, rolled rim
  • SizeH 42.5 cm (17 in) x W 47.6 cm (19 in) x D 47.6 cm (19 in)

This Victorian copper log bin dates from the 19th century and presents a distinctive flared, waisted silhouette resembling an elephant's foot. The piece comprises warm copper construction with a rolled rim and a cool-toned, silver-grey interior lining, complemented by decorative cast brass ring handles mounted to the sides with vertical brackets. Surface signs of age include scattered minor scratches, abrasions, and small indentations across the beaten metal body that reflect its historical use. Practical dimensions measure 42.5 cm high, 47.6 cm wide, and 47.6 cm deep. Positioned by a fireplace hearth in an English country house interior, the vessel serves as a functional storage container for logs, kindling, or coal. The sturdy metal construction and open top provide easy access to fuel while containing debris near the fire. Beyond its primary role, the item functions as a decorative accessory that brings traditional texture and metallic warmth to a living room or study setting.

FAQs

During the 19th century, copper log bins and hearth buckets were essential domestic items used to hold firewood, coal, and kindling near the hearth. Copper was favoured for its durability, resistance to heat, and attractive reddish warm tone, making these vessels both functional and decorative features in Victorian homes.

Authentic period log bins were constructed from sheet copper, often hand-hammered or raised into shape with hand-riveted or dovetailed seams. They frequently feature cast brass or iron fittings, rolled rims for structural strength, and occasional tin linings to protect the interior metal surface.

Look for signs of hand craftspersonship, such as irregular hammer marks, hand-shaped copper rivets, and cast brass ring handles attached with heavy brass plates. Period pieces also exhibit authentic surface oxidisation, soft age-related wear, and brazed or dovetailed joining seams along the body and base.

Position the copper bin alongside a stove or open fireplace to house birch logs, or repurpose it as a statement indoor planter for large leafy houseplants. Its warm metallic tones also suit use as a hallway container for walking sticks, umbrellas, or rolled textiles.

To maintain historical value, avoid harsh chemical cleaners or abrasive scouring pads that remove the natural aged patina. Dust regularly with a soft cloth and apply a thin layer of clear microcrystalline wax to preserve the metallic surface and prevent excessive tarnishing.
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