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Antique Large George III Quality Copper Water Jug
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Antique Large George III Quality Copper Water Jug

19th century
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Antique large George III quality copper water jug Having a quality antique George III large shaped water jug with the original brass shaped handle

The pictures show it with a smaller example which is for sale separately

H 45 x W 33.5 x D33.5cm

Date 1800

Physical Dimensions
Height
45cm (17.72")
Width
33.5cm (13.19")
Depth
33.5cm (13.19")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated this Georgian Copper Water Jug to the 1800s.

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SA1236325
Dealers Internal Reference
1702
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Description
Antique large George III quality copper water jug Having a quality antique George III large shaped water jug with the original brass shaped handle

The pictures show it with a smaller example which is for sale separately

H 45 x W 33.5 x D33.5cm

Date 1800

Height
45cm (17.72")
Width
33.5cm (13.19")
Depth
33.5cm (13.19")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Georgian Copper Water Jug to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1236325
Dealers Internal Ref
1702
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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A large George III hand-hammered copper water jug featuring a flared base, narrow neck, and riveted strap handle.
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Archive I A large George III hand-hammered copper water jug featuring a flared base, narrow neck, and riveted strap handle.

Antique Large George III Quality Copper Water Jug

Archive II A large George III hand-hammered copper water jug featuring a flared base, narrow neck, and riveted strap handle. View II
Archive III A large George III hand-hammered copper water jug featuring a flared base, narrow neck, and riveted strap handle. View III
Archive IV A large George III hand-hammered copper water jug featuring a flared base, narrow neck, and riveted strap handle. View IV
Archive V A large George III hand-hammered copper water jug featuring a flared base, narrow neck, and riveted strap handle. View V
Archive VI A large George III hand-hammered copper water jug featuring a flared base, narrow neck, and riveted strap handle. View VI
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A large George III hand-hammered copper water jug featuring a flared base, narrow neck, and riveted strap handle.
Antique Large George III Quality Copper Water Jug
Ref: SA1236325
A large George III hand-hammered copper water jug featuring a flared base, narrow neck, and riveted strap handle.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectWater Jugs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialCopper, Brass
  • ColourCopper
  • MotifsHand-hammered texture, flared base, riveted strap handle, narrow neck
  • SizeH 45 cm (18 in) x W 33.5 cm (13 in) x D 33.5 cm (13 in)

This large George III water jug dates from 1800 and is in the Georgian style. The piece is formed of hand-hammered copper with a warm metallic copper colour and a textured finish, complemented by a shaped brass handle fixed with rivets. Visible design details include a wide flared base, a tapering conical body, a narrow neck, and an open pouring spout. The photograph also shows a curved handle shape, a distinct collar at the neck, and visible age patina with verdigris tones around the lower rim. It measures 45 cm high, 33.5 cm wide, and 33.5 cm deep. In a contemporary home, this vessel sits on a kitchen island or a sideboard as a decorative accent. It provides rustic farmhouse character while functioning as a display piece for traditional interior settings.

FAQs

Georgian copperware, produced between 1714 and 1830, is distinguished by heavy-gauge sheet copper, hand-hammered construction marks, dovetail or brazed seams, and robust cast brass or copper handles.

Coppersmiths formed vessels by hand-hammering copper sheets over shaped anvils, joining seams using cramp or dovetail joints sealed with hard solder, and riveting sturdy cast brass or wrought handles to the body.

Authentic George III pieces feature visible hand-hammering marks, period seam construction along the body and base, heavy weight relative to modern copper, and natural surface wear or oxidisation around joins and handle rivets.

A large copper jug serves as a focal accent on a kitchen island, sideboard, or open shelving, bringing warm metallic texture and historical contrast to contemporary or traditional spaces.

To preserve historic patina, dust regularly with a soft dry cloth and avoid harsh chemical cleaners or abrasive polishes; a gentle wipe with microcrystalline wax can protect the metal surface from excess moisture.
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