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Large Round Zinc-Lined Copper Box or Food Container /Kitchen Item/German Bread Box
Details ~
Large round zinc-lined copper box, bread box or food container having hinged lid with central dome featuring a pinwheel design, double ring handles at the side, front knob for opening lid. Possibly 19th century, unmarked. There is very unusual circular leaf design on the bottom as photographed.
Previous owner obviously housed potpourri inside as it has a mild floral scent when opened.
Style: Brutalist (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques: Copper
Place of Origin: Possibly Germany
Period: circa Mid-19th Century
Condition: Good
Dimensions ~
14” H
15” Diameter (Lid)
12.5” Diameter (Base)
Weight: 10 lbs
Condition Details ~
“As found”. Good used antique condition. Wear consistent with age and use as expected. Some areas with oxidation. Indentions on lid/rim as pictured. Please check all photos. Still a strikingly large and unique copper vessel with character. The piece’s shape and form is quite rare.
