19th Century Danish Maternity Pail in Copper

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Danish maternity pail, 19th century. Copper maternity pail with lid and curved handle. Traditionally used in Danish households during the … Read more Danish maternity pail, 19th century. Copper maternity pail with lid and curved handle. Traditionally used in Danish households during the 18th–19th century, often as a maternity or household bucket. Displays a beautiful, warm patina and age-related wear. Origin: Denmark. Designer: Unknown. Material: Copper. Dimensions: H. 25 cm, D. 25 cm. Period: 19th century. Condition: Patinated condition with small holes to the bottom and age-related wear. Maternity pails were an essential part of household life in the 18th and 19th centuries, often crafted in copper for its durability and heat-conducting properties. They were used in connection with childbirth and daily chores, and surviving examples are today valued as decorative antiques with significant cultural heritage. See less