"18th Century Copper Shell."
The baluster-shaped body, forged, closed by crenellated brass brazing, rests on a holding pedestal, with a rolled base. Flat handle in console. The flat cover, with a cut-out flat thumb, is placed on the neck reinforced with a band. Ancestor of the kettle (this term only appeared in 1740 in the French language) the coquemar was available in various sizes, depending on the use intended for it (toilet, dishes, etc.) and the number of guests. of the dwelling. Height to lid: 20.2 cm. 18th century. Very good condition. See additional information on: http://antiquites-lauginie.fr/coquemar/ Free shipping by COLISSIMO for mainland France. 
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