Brass Antique Tankard or Pouring Vessel w Hinged Lid gold brass victorin pitcher

Condition: Used

Condition Notes: The body is in good vintage condition with some minor surface scuffs and small dents, which are to be expected from a piece of this age. The bottom shows some signs of use and age-related discoloration. The hinged lid is fully functional, and the inside of the lid and the vessel's interior are discolored and tarnished, likely from long-term use and age. This piece has not been polished and retains its original, rustic charm.

Brand: Unbranded

Type: Pitcher

Colour: Gold

Material: Brass

Time Period Manufactured: 1850-1899

Country of Origin: United Kingdom

Item Height: 7 in

Features: Hinged Lid

Original/Repro: Original

This is a wonderful find for collectors of brassware, kitchenalia, and antique barware. This charming antique brass vessel, likely a small tankard, measure, or pouring jug, features a hinged lid with a decorative thumbpiece. Its design and construction point to it being a handcrafted piece from the late 19th or early 20th century.

Historical Background Small-scale metal vessels like this were common household items, used for a variety of purposes. They could have been used in a tavern to serve drinks, in a kitchen as a small measure for liquids, or even as a decorative piece. The hinged lid was a practical feature, designed to keep contents clean and at a consistent temperature. The elegant, pear-shaped body and the ornate thumbpiece show the attention to detail common in pre-industrial craftsmanship.

Description & Condition The vessel is made of solid brass with a beautiful, dark patina that has developed over time. The body is in good vintage condition with some minor surface scuffs and small dents, which are to be expected from a piece of this age. The bottom shows some signs of use and age-related discoloration. The hinged lid is fully functional, and the inside of the lid and the vessel's interior are discolored and tarnished, likely from long-term use and age. This piece has not been polished and retains its original, rustic charm.

Measurements

• Height (to top of lid finial): Approximately 7 inches 

This is a lovely piece of history that would be a great addition to a collection or as a unique decorative item for a home bar, kitchen, or study.

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