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Large Copper Kettle by E V Wilkes.
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Large Copper Kettle by E V Wilkes.

19th century
Sold 26 August 2024 · Cavers Antiques
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This is a large copper kettle made by E.V.Wilkes, Birmingham. Circa 1830/40.

Standing 14 inches to the top of the handle and 14 inches tip of the spout to back of kettle.

Bigger than the usual kettle.

Nice condition for its age and being a working kettle.

Just the usual odd dints.

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Cavers Antiques has dated this Antique Copper Kettle to the Victorian era.

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Description
This is a large copper kettle made by E.V.Wilkes, Birmingham. Circa 1830/40.

Standing 14 inches to the top of the handle and 14 inches tip of the spout to back of kettle.

Bigger than the usual kettle.

Nice condition for its age and being a working kettle.

Just the usual odd dints.

Date of Manufacture

Cavers Antiques has dated this Antique Copper Kettle to the Victorian era.

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SA837813
Cavers Antiques
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Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2020
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A large polished copper kettle featuring a curved spout, domed lid, and overhead brass handle.
Large copper kettle by E V Wilkes.
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A large polished copper kettle featuring a curved spout, domed lid, and overhead brass handle.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectKettles
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialCopper, Brass
  • ColourMetallic Copper
  • MotifsGooseneck spout, Arching handle, Domed lid with finial

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Copper kettles have been utilised for centuries in domestic kitchens and hearths for heating water, evolving from hand-beaten artisanal vessels to mass-produced factory items during the Industrial Revolution.

Authentic period kettles are typically constructed from heavy-gauge sheet copper with dovetailed or brazed seams, often featuring hand-cast brass handles, spouts, and interior tin linings to prevent metallic contamination.

Authenticity is determined by examining the construction marks, such as handmade dovetail joints, rivet placements, makers stamps or touchmarks on the base, and the natural oxidisation patterns characteristic of aged metal.

This piece can be incorporated into contemporary spaces by placing it on an open kitchen shelf or a hearth to introduce metallic warmth and texture, contrasting against neutral or minimalist backgrounds.

Preservation involves dusting with a soft cloth and occasionally cleaning with a gentle, non-abrasive metal polish only if removal of active tarnish is required, though many collectors prefer to retain the aged patina.
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