{"product_id":"antique-french-copper-pots-hand-hammered-pair-circa-1880-to-1920","title":"Antique French Copper Pots | Hand-Hammered Pair | Circa 1880 to 1920","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis pair of antique French copper pots has that wonderful feeling of two pieces that were made together and somehow managed to stay together for so long. They are nearly identical in form: they have a rounded copper body, loop handles and a hand-hammered surface that catches the light in delightful ways. There is something satisfying about seeing them side by side. They feel practical, handmade, and the rivets along the rim are simply a handsome addition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe copper has been hammered by hand, inside and out, with the kind of texture that immediately separates old coppersmith work from modern factory-made pieces. The bases show concentric planishing (smoothing hammer) marks, and the bodies have a warm, mottled copper tone that has developed through years of use and handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese antique French copper pots likely date from the late 19th to early 20th century, consistent with their construction and materials. Each pot has an unlined interior with a dark aged patina and areas of verdigris. The handles are attached with large rivets. The construction shows the kind of straightforward, working metalwork made for daily use in a French kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat I like about this pair is how easily they shift into modern life. They would be beautiful on a kitchen shelf with herbs, basil, parsley, or thyme tucked inside. They could sit on a farmhouse table with lemons or other small pitted fruits. Additionally, if placed near the stove as part of a collected copper grouping they would bring depth and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, they have that relaxed French kitchen feeling. They were made to work, but over time they have become something more atmospheric. A matched pair like this is the perfect addition to any antique French copper collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Provence Collection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53671367049559,"sku":"COP-114","price":845.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/4686\/4215\/files\/antique-french-copper-pots-hammered-pair-02238.jpg?v=1780483626","url":"https:\/\/theprovencecollection.com\/products\/antique-french-copper-pots-hand-hammered-pair-circa-1880-to-1920","provider":"The Provence Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}