Large Antique Copper Farm Kettle Cauldron 22.5" Heavy Gauge ~0.075", iron handle

Description

View Large Antique Copper Farm Kettle Cauldron 22.5" Heavy Gauge ~0.075", iron handle with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Large antique heavy-gauge copper farmhouse kettle with forged iron swing handles and riveted mounting brackets. This is a substantialworking utility vessel, not a modern decorative reproduction. Likely aBurnham Copper Kettle Co. Large antique heavy-gauge copper farmhouse kettle with forged iron swing handles and riveted mounting brackets. This is a substantial working utility vessel , not a modern decorative reproduction. Likely a Burnham Copper Kettle Co. No. 75 (stamp faint but size matches). Originally used for maple syrup boiling, soap making, butchering, laundry processing, dairy work, or open-hearth cooking. Today it makes an excellent primitive décor centerpiece, planter, fireplace vessel, or architectural accent piece . Specifications • Diameter: approx. 22.5 inches • Height: approx. 15 inches • Weight: approx. 28 pounds • Material: solid copper body with forged iron handles • Copper thickness: approx. 0.075" (1.9 mm) measured • Riveted handle brackets • Rolled reinforced rim • Flat working base • Interior verdigris consistent with age • Structurally solid — no modern repairs observed Heavy copper of this thickness is typical of late-1800s to early-1900s farm and maple-syrup kettles , not later decorative pieces. The faint size stamp appears consistent with Burnham Copper Kettle Co. No. 75 , a large utility kettle class produced roughly 1880–1930 . These were used on farms and in dairies before stainless steel replaced copper mid-century. Typical original uses included: • maple syrup evaporation • hog scalding / butchering • lye soap production • laundry boiling • cheese curd heating • cider or orchard processing The forged iron swing handle indicates intended open-fire suspension use , not stovetop use. No leaks have been detected. Displays exceptionally well and retains strong original character. Message with questions or for additional photos. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Metalware › Copper.

Material

Copper

Handmade

Yes

Country of Origin

United States