19th Century one gallon copper measuring jug

19th Century four gallon copper haystack measuring jug in very good condition and marked at the front with four gallon, having a large shaped handle to one side, the haystack jug nam...

19th Century three gallon copper haystack measuring jug in very good condition and marked at the front with three gallon, having a large shaped handle to one side, the haystack jug n...

A lovely quality 19th Century inlaid mahogany tray, having a shaped gallery edge with brass carrying handles either end, having lovely intricate inlay incorporating various patterns ...

Early 19th century mahogany tray of rectangular form, surround gallery three quarters raised and with two fret cut carrying handles, circa 1830.  

19th Century copper kettle, having a shaped handle, turned finial on the lid and a shaped spout. Circa 1860.

19th Century copper kettle, having a shaped handle, turned finial on the lid and a shaped spout. Circa 1860.

19th century copper pitcher/measure. Nicely sized vessel with pleasing silhouette. Stamped on the front "2 GALLONS."

Heavy 19th century pewter one gallon pitcher with large pewter handle. Stamped Gallon with Queen Victoria certification mark. Etched on underside is name 'Colodny". Weighs approxima...

A monumental Victorian era copper two gallon ale measure made by W. R. Loftus, Oxford Street, London, England. circa 1870 Most impressive large size, hand-crafted in traditional haystack form with a deep lip and pour spout, small neck, broad base, and riveted reinforced handle. The bulbous vessel body inscribed "Two Gallon", stamped with official crown over MW mark to rim interior, signed WR Loftus London. Retaining original antique character and charm throughout, including highly desirable verdigris patina, scattered scuffs, dings, and antique character marks that add to the elegant rustic warmth, rich history, and overall charm. The measure was used in taverns to truthfully measure ale or cider to protect society from fraud during trading transactions. With a largely illiterate population at the time, the interests of every citizen needed to be considered and cared for so stamped and sealed measures were used throughout the British Isles. For example, in 1309 it was decreed “The Standard of bushels, gallIons and ells shalI be sealed with an iron seal...

A 19th century English Victorian era copper half-gallon ale measure. impressive size, hand-crafted in traditional haystack form with a deep lip and pour spout, small neck, tapering bulbous body on broad base, with a large handle. Vessel body inscribed "Half Gallon", stamped maker's marks, 10, and tax marks to rim interior. circa 1875 The measure was used in taverns to truthfully measure ale or cider to protect society from fraud during trading transactions. With a largely illiterate population at the time, the interests of every citizen needed to be considered and cared for so stamped and sealed measures were used throughout the British Isles. For example, in 1309 it was decreed “The Standard of bushels, gallIons and ells shalI be sealed with an iron seal...

This French copper pan is from the 19th century. It was hand-forged in Villedieu-les-Poêles in Normandy. It is of high quality, heavy and has a nice...

French faience puzzle jug, late 19th century. Beautifully detailed grape vine design. The puzzle jug was a popular form in the 18th and 19th centuries, chal...