Large Antique English Hand-Hammered Brass Bucket with Claw Feet and Iron Handle

A handsome and substantial antique English brass bucket featuring a beautifully hand-hammered body and elegant tripod claw feet. This large bucket showcases exquisite craftsmanship, likely dating from the late 19th to early 20th century, and retains its original aged patina with areas of verdigris oxidation that add depth and authenticity to its surface. The piece is fitted with an iron swing handle for easy carrying, combining functionality with decorative charm.
The bucket’s heavy-gauge brass construction and tactile surface texture reflect traditional metalworking techniques, while the cast brass legs — detailed with acanthus leaf motifs and paw feet — provide both stability and character. Once used near the hearth for carrying coal, logs, or water, it now serves beautifully as a decorative accent, planter, or umbrella holder. Its weathered condition, including surface wear, patina, and minor dents, enhances its antique appeal and testifies to generations of practical use.

Dimensions: 13" W x 16" H