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Georgian English Brass and Copper Peat Oyster Bucket
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Georgian English Brass and Copper Peat Oyster Bucket

18th century
Description

A brass and copper navette-shaped bucket with an articulated brass hoop handle, the body bound with three broad bands of copper.

Date of Manufacture

The Real Wood Furniture Company has dated this Georgian Brass Peat Bucket to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
54cm (21.26")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
30cm (11.81")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1242561
Dealers Internal Reference
10473
Dealers Notes

Large showrooms outside Chipping Norton. Please call for an appointment.

www.realwood.co.uk

Description
A brass and copper navette-shaped bucket with an articulated brass hoop handle, the body bound with three broad bands of copper.
Date of Manufacture

The Real Wood Furniture Company has dated this Georgian Brass Peat Bucket to the Georgian era.

Height
54cm (21.26")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
30cm (11.81")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1242561
Dealers Internal Ref
10473
The Real Wood Furniture Company
The Real Wood Furniture Company
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2025

The real wood furniture company (chris baylis) sells windsor chairs, decorative furniture and objects from large showrooms in the cotswolds

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Archive I A Georgian brass peat bucket featuring flared sides, three horizontal copper bands, and a curved upper rim.

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The Real Wood Furniture Company

The Real Wood Furniture Company
Telephone 07971 629703 or 01608 642741
Location
At Mo Tighe
Chapel House Grounds
Chipping Norton
Oxfordshire
OX7 5SZ
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/realwood
Verified Since Oct 2025
Items For Sale 159
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The Real Wood Furniture Company
The Real Wood Furniture Company
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Location: At Mo Tighe, Chapel House Grounds, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, OX7 5SZ, United Kingdom
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A Georgian brass peat bucket featuring flared sides, three horizontal copper bands, and a curved upper rim.
Georgian English Brass and Copper Peat Oyster Bucket
Ref: SA1242561
A Georgian brass peat bucket featuring flared sides, three horizontal copper bands, and a curved upper rim.
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  • ObjectFireplace Buckets
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialBrass, Copper
  • ColourGolden Brass
  • MotifsCopper hoops, rolled rim, flared cylindrical body, riveted metalwork
  • SizeH 54 cm (21 in) x W 38 cm (15 in) x D 30 cm (12 in)

This Georgian English peat oyster bucket brings traditional country house character to any interior scheme. The fireplace bucket exhibits a flared cylindrical body formed in gleaming golden brass, accented by three horizontal copper hoops and secure riveted metalwork. A gently curved upper rim and rolled edges complete the upper profile, while an articulated brass hoop handle mounts securely at either side. The warm metallic tones create a rich visual contrast against timber surfaces. Measuring 54 cm high, 38 cm wide, and 30 cm deep, the proportions suit placement directly beside a fireplace hearth or as a decorative storage vessel in a living room. The piece adapts well to contemporary homes seeking an authentic antique accent for logs, kindling, or fireside accessories. The durable brass and copper construction ensures it remains a functional statement item for daily use or display.

FAQs

Originally designed during the 18th century, these metallic or wooden vessels were used near hearths to store peat fuel or served as iced containers for seafood in dining settings.

These containers were typically fashioned from sheet brass or copper, reinforced with hand-riveted horizontal metal hoops and finished with flared or scalloped rims.

Authentic Georgian pieces feature hand-hammered seams, hand-set rivets, age-appropriate wear to the base, and minor variations in metal thickness from period crafting methods.

These vessels serve as functional fireplace log holders, striking indoor planters for large flora, or unique wine coolers during formal dining events.

Regular dusting with a soft dry cloth maintains the surface, while specialised metal polishes should be used sparingly to preserve natural oxidisation and historical patina.
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