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Large Antique Copper Wash Tub
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Large Antique Copper Wash Tub

1900 - 1920
Description

Good example of a large antique copper tub dating from the early 20th Century. Most likely originally used as an industrial boiler or wash tub, it is the perfect size for a log bin or planter. The rim is stamped '80'. Excellent quality with two square handles and a wonderful patina.

It is in good original condition and there are no damages, splits or holes. There are some minor dinks and dents and some surface marks and knocks but nothing untoward. It has been very lightly cleaned to preserve its fabulous patina and is ready for use.

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Physical Dimensions
Height
36cm (14.17")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Declaration

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Antique Copper Wash Tub to the 1920s.

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SA1226485
Description
Good example of a large antique copper tub dating from the early 20th Century.
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Most likely originally used as an industrial boiler or wash tub, it is the perfect size for a log bin or planter.
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors

The rim is stamped '80'. Excellent quality with two square handles and a wonderful patina.

fig 1. A large, circular antique copper wash tub featuring twin wrought iron carrying handles, a rolled rim, and heavy surface oxidisation with verdigris.
fig 1. Large Antique Copper Wash Tub

It is in good original condition and there are no damages, splits or holes. There are some minor dinks and dents and some surface marks and knocks but nothing untoward. It has been very lightly cleaned to preserve its fabulous patina and is ready for use.

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Height
36cm (14.17")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Date of Manufacture

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Antique Copper Wash Tub to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1226485
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
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Selling good quality victorian, georgian and earlier furniture, accessories & decorative items. Ashburton, devon. LAPADA member

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Archive I A large, circular antique copper wash tub featuring twin wrought iron carrying handles, a rolled rim, and heavy surface oxidisation with verdigris.

Large Antique Copper Wash Tub

Archive II A large, circular antique copper wash tub featuring twin wrought iron carrying handles, a rolled rim, and heavy surface oxidisation with verdigris. View II
Archive III A large, circular antique copper wash tub featuring twin wrought iron carrying handles, a rolled rim, and heavy surface oxidisation with verdigris. View III
Archive IV A large, circular antique copper wash tub featuring twin wrought iron carrying handles, a rolled rim, and heavy surface oxidisation with verdigris. View IV
Archive V A large, circular antique copper wash tub featuring twin wrought iron carrying handles, a rolled rim, and heavy surface oxidisation with verdigris. View V
Archive VI A large, circular antique copper wash tub featuring twin wrought iron carrying handles, a rolled rim, and heavy surface oxidisation with verdigris. View VI
Archive VII A large, circular antique copper wash tub featuring twin wrought iron carrying handles, a rolled rim, and heavy surface oxidisation with verdigris. View VII
Archive VIII A large, circular antique copper wash tub featuring twin wrought iron carrying handles, a rolled rim, and heavy surface oxidisation with verdigris. View VIII
Archive IX A large, circular antique copper wash tub featuring twin wrought iron carrying handles, a rolled rim, and heavy surface oxidisation with verdigris. View IX
Archive X A large, circular antique copper wash tub featuring twin wrought iron carrying handles, a rolled rim, and heavy surface oxidisation with verdigris. View X
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A large, circular antique copper wash tub featuring twin wrought iron carrying handles, a rolled rim, and heavy surface oxidisation with verdigris.
Large Antique Copper Wash Tub
Ref: SA1226485
A large, circular antique copper wash tub featuring twin wrought iron carrying handles, a rolled rim, and heavy surface oxidisation with verdigris.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectWash Tubs
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian Utilitarian
  • MaterialCopper, Iron
  • ColourAged Copper
  • MotifsRolled rim, iron loop handles, seam construction, verdigris patina
  • SizeH 36 cm (14 in) x W 61 cm (24 in)

This large Victorian utilitarian wash tub dates from 1920. Constructed from copper with iron components, the piece presents an aged copper finish featuring a warm reddish-brown body with deep dark patches, extensive green verdigris highlights, and lighter scuff marks. The round vessel includes a wide rolled rim, a visible vertical seam construction along the body, and twin upright rectangular iron loop handles riveted to opposing sides. The surface shows minor dinks, dents, and surface knocks from history, alongside the stamped number 80 on the rim. Measuring 36 cm high and 61 cm wide, this heavy metal tub adapts well to domestic settings as a fireside log bin or a large floor-standing planter. Placed beside a fireplace hearth or in a rustic farmhouse kitchen, it holds logs, kindling, or large houseplants.

FAQs

Antique copper wash tubs, also known as wash boilers, were functional domestic vessels used during the 19th and early 20th centuries to boil clothes and linens over open fires or cast iron stoves to sanitize them.

These boilers were crafted from heavy-gauge sheet copper, which offered high thermal conductivity and corrosion resistance. They typically featured folded or riveted seams, a reinforced rolled rim, and wrought iron or cast copper carrying handles.

Authentic period tubs display signs of hand-crafting, such as dovetail joints, hand-turned rolled wire rims, forged iron handles, and irregular wear pattern or natural verdigris oxidisation inside and out.

These versatile vessels are frequently repurposed as rustic hearthside log holders, large indoor or outdoor plant pots, or decorative container storage in country-style kitchens and hallways.

To preserve historic character and natural oxidisation, clean gentle surface dust with a dry or slightly damp soft cloth, avoiding abrasive polishes or chemical cleaners that remove accumulated patina.
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