Antique Brass 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.

Primary Material: Brass

Style/ Period: Victorian

Original/Repro: Original

Product: Tableware

Material: Brass

Country of Origin: United Kingdom

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 Smallscale 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, pearshaped body and the ornate thumbpiece show the attention to detail common in preindustrial 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 agerelated discoloration. The hinged lid is fully functional, and the inside of the lid and the vessel's interior are discolored and tarnished, likely from longterm 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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