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French Large Rose Copper Arrosoir. Garden Watering Can. C1800.
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French Large Rose Copper Arrosoir. Garden Watering Can. C1800.

19th century
Sold 3 June 2026 · Krave Antiques
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Description

This beautiful antique French copper arrosoir with large oversized rose has lots of age related wear making it a highly decorative piece.

This watering can dating from c1800 was hand made with a rounded handle and has a wonderful patina.

A beautiful antique watering can with old repairs, dents and splits so does not hold water but would look fantastic in a florist shop window, garden, orangery or conservatory.

Dimensions: Width: 55 cm (21 1/2"). Depth: 26 cm (10 1/4"). Height: 37 cm (14 1/2") approx.

Rose diameter: 16 cm (6 1/4") approx.

Weight: 2.246 Kg.

Condition: Well used decorative antique condition with lots of wear, dents, bumps and breaks. Old repairs, holes and splits so does not hold water. A wonderful aged patina so looks stunning on display. Please see pictures.

Please note that only the watering can is included and any other items in the pictures are for display only.

Date of Manufacture

Krave Antiques has dated this Antique Copper Watering Can to the 1800s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
37cm (14.57")
Width
55cm (21.65")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Reference Numbers
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SA1197346
Dealers Internal Reference
AFCA3052
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Description
This beautiful antique French copper arrosoir with large oversized rose has lots of age related wear making it a highly decorative piece.

This watering can dating from c1800 was hand made with a rounded handle and has a wonderful patina.

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A beautiful antique watering can with old repairs, dents and splits so does not hold water but would look fantastic in a florist shop window, garden, orangery or conservatory.
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fig 1. An antique hand-beaten copper watering can featuring a double handle, long spout with a rose nozzle, and a natural patinated surface.
fig 1. French Large Rose Copper Arrosoir. Garden Watering Can. C1800.

Dimensions: Width: 55 cm (21 1/2"). Depth: 26 cm (10 1/4"). Height: 37 cm (14 1/2") approx.

Rose diameter: 16 cm (6 1/4") approx.

Weight: 2.246 Kg.

Condition: Well used decorative antique condition with lots of wear, dents, bumps and breaks. Old repairs, holes and splits so does not hold water. A wonderful aged patina so looks stunning on display. Please see pictures.

Please note that only the watering can is included and any other items in the pictures are for display only.

Date of Manufacture

Krave Antiques has dated this Antique Copper Watering Can to the 1800s.

Height
37cm (14.57")
Width
55cm (21.65")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Reference Numbers
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SA1197346
Dealers Internal Ref
AFCA3052
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Archive I An antique hand-beaten copper watering can featuring a double handle, long spout with a rose nozzle, and a natural patinated surface. SOLD3 JUN 26

French Large Rose Copper Arrosoir. Garden Watering Can. C1800.

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An antique hand-beaten copper watering can featuring a double handle, long spout with a rose nozzle, and a natural patinated surface.
French Large Rose Copper Arrosoir. Garden Watering Can. c1800.
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An antique hand-beaten copper watering can featuring a double handle, long spout with a rose nozzle, and a natural patinated surface.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectGarden Accessories
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Country
  • MaterialCopper
  • ColourCopper
  • MotifsHand-beaten copper, Dual handle design, Spout with rose nozzle, Soldered seams
  • SizeH 37 cm (15 in) x W 55 cm (22 in) x D 26 cm (10 in)

FAQs

French arrosoirs, or watering cans, date back centuries and were traditionally handcrafted by coppersmiths for agricultural and horticultural use, prized for durability and thermal properties.

These pieces are typically constructed from heavy-gauge sheet copper featuring hand-beaten seams, soldered joints, and riveted handles, often developing a natural verdigris patina over time.

Authenticity is indicated by hand-cut dovetail or folded seams, handmade rivets, uneven surface texturing from hand-hammering, and an authentic oxidised copper patina rather than artificial chemical treatments.

Such pieces function effectively as sculptural decorative objects, serving as rustic vases for dried botanicals or displayed on open shelving and hearths to add metallic warmth and historical texture.

Preservation requires avoiding harsh chemical polishes to maintain the historical patina; instead, gently dust with a dry cloth and keep away from excessive moisture to prevent active corrosion.
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