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Arts and Craft Copper Coal Helmet Coal Scuttle
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Arts and Craft Copper Coal Helmet Coal Scuttle

19th century
For Sale by Spinka & Co
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P029 An exceptional Victorian Arts and Crafts period copper coal scuttle which marries functional utility with the iconic aesthetic of the late 19th-century design movement. Shaped in a classic helmet silhouette, this piece features handsome decorative hinges, a sturdy stylised carrying handle, and its rare, original matching shovel neatly housed in the rear slot. The scuttle has been cleaned and polished, reviving the warm, rich colour of the antique copper while preserving its authentic historic character.

Fully ready to bring period charm to a modern fireside. c1890

Please view our full selection of fireside accessories.

H20" W10" D18.5"

H1ft 8" W10" D1ft 6.5"

H51cm W26cm D47cm.

Date of Manufacture

Spinka & Co has dated this Copper Coal Helmet Scuttle to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Check ID 09639253
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques Date19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 115-150 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 19TH CENTURY:
Hand-riveted brass mountings on the flanks: late 19th-century metalwork construction.
Turned wooden grip on the matching shovel: original domestic fireside fitting.
Darkened metal interior: honest surface wear from handling coal.
Spun circular pedestal foot: classic late Victorian sheet-metal turning.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
51cm (20.08")
Width
26cm (10.24")
Depth
47cm (18.50")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1234179
Dealers Internal Reference
p029
Dealers Notes

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For areas outside of mainland UK please contact us for a shipping quote.

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All our furniture has been restored in our workshop and is ready to use at home.

If you require any further information please don’t hesitate to contact us on info@spinka.co or 07517940350 (00447517940350 what’s app).

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We also offer global air and sea freight with our trusted shipper.

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We will then arrange a collection and issue a full refund.

The cost of return will be equal to the original delivery cost even when the cost is included (usually between £70-£185) and will be deducted from your refund.

We do not refund the original delivery cost.

The furniture must arrive back to us in the same condition that it left us.

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Description
P029 An exceptional Victorian Arts and Crafts period copper coal scuttle which marries functional utility with the iconic aesthetic of the late 19th-century design movement.
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Shaped in a classic helmet silhouette, this piece features handsome decorative hinges, a sturdy stylised carrying handle, and its rare, original matching shovel neatly housed in the rear slot.
Spinka & Co

The scuttle has been cleaned and polished, reviving the warm, rich colour of the antique copper while preserving its authentic historic character.

Fully ready to bring period charm to a modern fireside. c1890

Please view our full selection of fireside accessories.

H20" W10" D18.5"

H1ft 8" W10" D1ft 6.5"

H51cm W26cm D47cm.

Date of Manufacture

Spinka & Co has dated this Copper Coal Helmet Scuttle to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Report ID 09639253
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques dating19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 115-150 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 19th Century:
Hand-riveted brass mountings on the flanks: late 19th-century metalwork construction.
Turned wooden grip on the matching shovel: original domestic fireside fitting.
Darkened metal interior: honest surface wear from handling coal.
Spun circular pedestal foot: classic late Victorian sheet-metal turning.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
51cm (20.08")
Width
26cm (10.24")
Depth
47cm (18.50")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1234179
Dealers Internal Ref
p029
Spinka & Co
Spinka & Co
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2019
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An Arts and Crafts copper coal helmet scuttle on a pedestal base with a matching hand shovel featuring a turned wooden handle.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectCoal Scuttle
  • Period19th century
  • StyleArts and Crafts
  • MaterialCopper, Wood, Brass
  • ColourCopper
  • MotifsHelmet shape, Swing handle, Pedestal base, Turned wooden handle
  • SizeH 51 cm (20 in) x W 26 cm (10 in) x D 47 cm (19 in)

This 19th-century Arts and Crafts copper coal scuttle takes a classic helmet silhouette and rests upon a pedestal base. The polished copper body displays a warm, rich tone, complemented by brass hardware including decorative hinges and a swing handle, alongside a wooden shovel handle featuring turned details. The rear houses a matching shovel, completing the utility design. Measuring 51 cm high, 26 cm wide, and 47 cm deep, this fireside accessory fits easily onto a living room hearth or beside a traditional fireplace. It brings period character to a modern interior while serving as a functional storage container for fuel.

FAQs

Coal helmet scuttles emerged in the 19th century as practical vessels designed for transporting and pouring coal into domestic fires. During the Arts and Crafts period, metalworkers elevated these utilitarian objects into decorative hearth accessories, emphasising honest craftsmanship and visible copper construction.

Traditional coal scuttles are predominantly fabricated from sheet copper or brass, frequently assembled with copper rivets or brazed seams. Handles are typically constructed from tubular brass, forged iron, or turned hardwood to insulate against heat.

Authentic period pieces display evidence of hand construction, such as hand-hammered rivets, dovetail jointing along the base or back seams, and natural surface wear. Original accompanying shovels often feature matching turned wood handles and hand-shaped metal scoops.

In contemporary settings, a copper coal scuttle is traditionally positioned on a hearth beside a wood-burning stove or open fire. It can be used functional storage for kindling or logs, or repurposed as a planter or decorative floor accent in period properties.

Maintain the copper surface by dusting regularly with a soft dry cloth. To preserve natural oxidisation and patina, avoid harsh chemical cleaners; if a polished finish is desired, use a specialized metal polish suitable for antique copper.
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