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Antique George III Copper Kettle
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Antique George III Copper Kettle

19th century
Description

A charming hand-hammered copper kettle with a warm natural patina and a beautifully shaped spout. The body shows the subtle undulations typical of hand-formed Georgian copper, giving the piece excellent character and authenticity.

It retains its original brass swing handle with tubular copper grip, along with the original lid and finial. The interior shows expected age-related wear, and the underside has developed a naturally darkened patina from long use.

A decorative and practical piece, ideal for kitchen display, hearth styling or adding Georgian charm to any interior.

Condition

Good antique condition. Stable and full of character.

Dimensions

Height: 19 cm (7.5 in)

Width: 20 cm (7.9 in)

Depth: 12.5 cm (4.9 in)

Date: c.1800 (George III)

Origin: England

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Antique Copper Tea Kettle to the 1800s.

Independent Date Check ID 09272271
Dealer's Item Date1800s
Sellingantiques Date1800s
Sellingantiques agingItem 175-230 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1800s:
Cast brass handle supports with peened rivets: standard early nineteenth-century construction.
Worn tinned interior: traditional protective lining thinned by long domestic use.
Heat-blackened underside: oxidisation from open hearth or coal range boiling.
Hand-braised seams and spout collar: metalworking practice before modern factory welding.

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
19cm (7.48")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
12.5cm (4.92")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1181753
Dealers Internal Reference
2941
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Description
A charming hand-hammered copper kettle with a warm natural patina and a beautifully shaped spout.
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The body shows the subtle undulations typical of hand-formed Georgian copper, giving the piece excellent character and authenticity.
London City Antiques
fig 1. An antique Georgian copper tea kettle featuring a polished copper body, curved spout, fixed overhead brass handle, and stepped lid.
fig 1. Antique George III Copper Kettle

It retains its original brass swing handle with tubular copper grip, along with the original lid and finial. The interior shows expected age-related wear, and the underside has developed a naturally darkened patina from long use.

fig 2. An antique Georgian copper tea kettle featuring a polished copper body, curved spout, fixed overhead brass handle, and stepped lid.
fig 2. Antique George III Copper Kettle

A decorative and practical piece, ideal for kitchen display, hearth styling or adding Georgian charm to any interior.

Condition

Good antique condition. Stable and full of character.

Dimensions

Height: 19 cm (7.5 in)

Width: 20 cm (7.9 in)

Depth: 12.5 cm (4.9 in)

Date: c.1800 (George III)

Origin: England

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Antique Copper Tea Kettle to the 1800s.

Independent Date Report ID 09272271
Dealer's Item Date1800s
Sellingantiques dating1800s
Sellingantiques agingItem 175-230 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1800s:
Cast brass handle supports with peened rivets: standard early nineteenth-century construction.
Worn tinned interior: traditional protective lining thinned by long domestic use.
Heat-blackened underside: oxidisation from open hearth or coal range boiling.
Hand-braised seams and spout collar: metalworking practice before modern factory welding.

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
19cm (7.48")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
12.5cm (4.92")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1181753
Dealers Internal Ref
2941
London City Antiques
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At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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Antique George III Copper Kettle

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An antique Georgian copper tea kettle featuring a polished copper body, curved spout, fixed overhead brass handle, and stepped lid.
Antique George III Copper Kettle
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An antique Georgian copper tea kettle featuring a polished copper body, curved spout, fixed overhead brass handle, and stepped lid.
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  • ObjectKettles
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialCopper, Brass
  • ColourCopper
  • MotifsSwan neck spout, Dovetailed seam, Brass handle mounts, Stepped lid
  • SizeH 19 cm (7 in) x W 20 cm (8 in) x D 12.5 cm (5 in)

This George III copper kettle is an antique Georgian piece originating from England around 1800. The vessel consists of a hand-hammered copper body in a warm copper colour featuring subtle undulations, a curved swan neck spout, a dovetailed seam, and a stepped lid with a small finial. It retains its original fixed overhead brass handle with brass handle mounts and a tubular copper grip. The surface exhibits a natural patina and visible age-related wear, with surface marks and indentations reflecting long use. The kettle measures 19 cm high, 20 cm wide, and 12.5 cm deep. In a contemporary home, this decorative and practical item serves as an authentic accent for kitchen display, mantelpiece styling, or hearth placement. The piece integrates easily into rustic farmhouse interiors, adding traditional character to open shelving, fireplace surrounds, or countertop arrangements. Its robust metal construction and classic design suit collectors of early domestic metalware and period kitchenalia.

FAQs

George III copper kettles date from the late 18th to early 19th century and are characterized by heavy gauge copper construction, hand-brazed dovetail seams, and fixed overhead handles often made with brass supports.

These vessels were hand-formed from sheet copper with brazed dovetailed joints along the base and side seams. Handles and lid finials were commonly cast in solid brass or fitted with copper grips to withstand hearth heat.

Authentic pieces feature visible hand-cut dovetailed seam lines where the copper sheets meet, irregular hammer marks from hand shaping, heavy gauge metal weight, and original cast brass handle mounts.

Position the kettle on a kitchen range hearth, open shelving, or a wooden mantelpiece to add warm metallic tones that complement both traditional country and contemporary minimalist decor.

Maintain the surface by dusting with a dry microfibre cloth and applying specialised copper polish when a brighter finish is desired, avoiding harsh chemical cleansers or abrasive pads that scratch the metal.
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