Rare 1902 White Enamelware Milk Pitcher & Covered Bucket Set - Vermont Country Estate Find

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Rare c.1902 White Enamelware Milking Set - Antique Pitcher & Covered Bucket Pair
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A remarkable discovery from our summer … Read more Rare c.1902 White Enamelware Milking Set - Antique Pitcher & Covered Bucket Pair
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A remarkable discovery from our summer travels through Vermont's Green Mountains, this exceptional pair of circa 1902 white enamelware pieces represents authentic American farmhouse heritage at its finest. After eight years of off-grid living in our handbuilt hemlock log house deep in Vermont's old-growth forest, we've learned to appreciate the simple perfection of functional country design—and this set embodies that ideal.
Authentic Farm Heritage:
Originally designed for the daily ritual of milking cows, these charming pieces have evolved from working farm necessity to cherished country kitchen heirlooms. The transition from barn to kitchen speaks to their timeless appeal and enduring functionality that transcends their original purpose.
Exceptional Rarity:
Finding a matched pair like this is truly uncommon. These treasured pieces are typically passed down through families, making it rare to discover both pitcher and covered bucket together. Their survival as a complete set after more than 120 years speaks to both their quality construction and the care they've received.
Perfect Proportions:
The gracefully sized pitcher (10" x 9") offers ideal capacity for serving or display, while the covered bucket (10" x 11") provides versatile storage with its fitted lid. Both pieces showcase the classic enamelware silhouette that defined American country living in the early 1900s.
Sublime Condition & Patina:
In very good condition with that perfect balance of functionality and aged character we all treasure. Both pieces remain fully functional while displaying the gentle wear and authentic patina that only comes from a century of honest use. This is the stylish minute of design, function, and wear that makes vintage enamelware so coveted.
Timeless Versatility:
Beyond their historical significance, these pieces bring instant farmhouse charm to modern kitchens. Use the pitcher for fresh flowers, the covered bucket for storage, or display them together as a testament to American craftsmanship and rural heritage.
Perfect For:

Farmhouse and country kitchen styling
Collectors of American enamelware
Vintage kitchen enthusiasts
Country house decorating
Functional antique lovers
Those seeking authentic rural Americana
Kitchen herb gardens and fresh flower displays

This matched set brings the authentic spirit of Vermont country living to any home, carrying stories of early morning milkings and generations of farm families.
Dimensions:

Pitcher: 10" W × 9" H
Covered Bucket: 10" W × 11" H
Circa: 1902
Materials: White enamel over metal
Condition: Very good with authentic age-appropriate patina
Origin: American farmhouse heritage See less