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Large Copper Log Bin
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Large Copper Log Bin

19th century
For Sale by Athey Antiques
Description

Large copper log bin with very substantial brass handles.

With some dings and dents as one would expect commensurate with age / use and Verdigris etc which would possibly polish off however we prefer to leave the piece untouched.

Please contact us for further details.

Reasonably priced delivery available.

Height 11" 28 cm

Overall width including handles 26.5" 67 cm

Diameter 20.5" 52 cm

All sizes approximate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
28cm (11.02")
Width
67cm (26.38")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Declaration

Athey Antiques has dated this Large Copper Log Bin to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1153946
Dealers Internal Reference
ath3755
Description
Large copper log bin with very substantial brass handles.
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With some dings and dents as one would expect commensurate with age / use and Verdigris etc which would possibly polish off however we prefer to leave the piece untouched.
Athey Antiques

Please contact us for further details.

Reasonably priced delivery available.

Height 11" 28 cm

Overall width including handles 26.5" 67 cm

Diameter 20.5" 52 cm

All sizes approximate.

Height
28cm (11.02")
Width
67cm (26.38")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Date of Manufacture

Athey Antiques has dated this Large Copper Log Bin to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1153946
Dealers Internal Ref
ath3755
Athey Antiques
Athey Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2010
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A large hand-hammered copper log bin featuring a wide cylindrical body, riveted side handles, and a natural aged patina with interior verdigris.
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Athey Antiques

Athey Antiques
Telephone 01665 604229 or 07836 718350
Location
Castle Corner
Alnwick
Northumberland
NE66 1JQ
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/athey
Verified Since Dec 2010
Items For Sale 124
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A large hand-hammered copper log bin featuring a wide cylindrical body, riveted side handles, and a natural aged patina with interior verdigris.
Large copper log bin
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A large hand-hammered copper log bin featuring a wide cylindrical body, riveted side handles, and a natural aged patina with interior verdigris.
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  • ObjectLog Bins
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRustic Farmhouse
  • MaterialCopper
  • ColourWarm Copper
  • MotifsHand-hammered texture, Riveted side handles, Rolled rim, Verdigris patina
  • SizeH 28 cm (11 in) x W 67 cm (26 in) x D 52 cm (20 in)

This large nineteenth-century log bin belongs to the rustic farmhouse style, taking the form of a wide cylindrical vessel constructed from copper. The piece possesses a warm copper colour with a hand-hammered texture, a rolled rim, and substantial brass side handles secured with visible rivets. Signs of age and use include dings, dents, and an aged natural patina accompanied by interior verdigris. The measurements are 28 cm high, 67 cm wide, and 52 cm deep. Positioned by a fireplace hearth, this utilitarian container functions practically for storing logs and firewood while serving as a decorative focal point in a traditional living space. The heavy construction and domestic utility reflect standard nineteenth-century metalwork traditions. The handles allow for repositioning, while the open top provides straightforward access to the contents within any rustic interior setting.

FAQs

Historically, large copper vessels of this nature served various utilitarian purposes in 19th-century households, including washing tubs, jam pans, or hearthside coal and wood storage. Their durability and thermal conductivity made them essential domestic items in sculleries and living spaces.

Traditional copper log bins were handcrafted from heavy-gauge copper sheets, formed by hand-hammering over shaping anvils. Handles were typically cast from iron, brass, or copper and fastened securely to the body using heavy copper rivets to withstand substantial weight.

Authentic period copper vessels display hand-hammered surface indentations, visible lap joints or dovetail seams along the base and sides, and solid copper rivets securing the handles. Wear patterns, light surface denting, and natural green verdigris or dark oxidisation in crevices also indicate genuine age.

Beyond serving as functional hearthside firewood storage, copper bins function effectively as large floor planters for indoor foliage, containers for rolled blankets, or decorative architectural focal points in living rooms, entryways, and conservatories.

Dust the exterior regularly with a soft dry cloth. To maintain historical value, avoid harsh chemical polishes or abrasive pads that remove the aged patina; gentle cleaning with warm water and mild soap is sufficient, followed by immediate drying to prevent water marks.
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