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Victorian Copper Log Bin / Planter
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Victorian Copper Log Bin / Planter

19th century
Description

A Victorian Copper log bin or planter with brass ring handles and on circular copper feet. A great piece for storing logs or coal beside the fire or to use as a planter.

Physical Dimensions
Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Declaration

Pear Tree Antiques has dated this Victorian Copper Log Bin to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1192811
Dealers Internal Reference
HFRW1281
Description
A Victorian Copper log bin or planter with brass ring handles and on circular copper feet. A great piece for storing logs or coal beside the fire or to use as a planter.
Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Date of Manufacture

Pear Tree Antiques has dated this Victorian Copper Log Bin to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1192811
Dealers Internal Ref
HFRW1281
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A cylindrical Victorian copper log bin with horizontal reeded banding, brass ring side handles, and small feet.
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Archive I A cylindrical Victorian copper log bin with horizontal reeded banding, brass ring side handles, and small feet.

Victorian Copper Log Bin / Planter

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Malmesbury
Wiltshire
United Kingdom
Verified Since Apr 2021
Items For Sale 64
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Pear Tree Antiques
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Location: Malmesbury, Wiltshire, United Kingdom
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A cylindrical Victorian copper log bin with horizontal reeded banding, brass ring side handles, and small feet.
Victorian Copper Log Bin / Planter
Ref: SA1192811
A cylindrical Victorian copper log bin with horizontal reeded banding, brass ring side handles, and small feet.
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During the Victorian era, copper log bins were functional fireside vessels designed to store firewood, coal, or kindling neatly beside open hearths. Their durable metal construction prevented embers from causing damage while adding a reflective metal finish to living spaces.

Traditional copper log bins were crafted using heavy-gauge copper sheets, frequently featuring hand-rolled rims, riveted seams, and cast brass ring handles. Many pieces included raised reeded banding around the exterior to reinforce the structural body against heavy timber.

Authentic Victorian copper bins typically exhibit hand-hammered or riveted construction seams, heavy gauge metal, and age-appropriate surface oxidisation or verdigris on the interior. Look for cast brass handles, brazed joints, and slight surface variations indicative of period metalworking.

An antique copper log bin functions as fireside log storage, a substantial indoor planter for foliage, or a decorative container for rolled textiles in an entryway. The warm copper tones complement natural timber, exposed brickwork, and neutral upholstery palettes.

Dust the exterior regularly with a soft, dry cloth to maintain the surface finish. To preserve natural aging and oxidisation, avoid harsh chemical polishes; gentle application of specialised metal wax helps retain the existing patina without stripping historic character.
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