19th Century Victorian Haystack 2 Gallon Measure Jug - Weathered and Patinated

This unique antique French milk jug, also known as a canne à lait, was used in the 19th century to transport milk from the farm to the house or to the market. It is a handmade exampl...

This unique antique French milk jug, also known as a canne à lait, was used in the 19th century to transport milk from the farm to the house or to the market. It is a handmade piece,...

This unique antique French milk jug, also known as a canne à lait, was used in the 19th century to transport milk from the farm to the house or to the market. It is a handmade piece,...

This unique antique French milk jug, also known as a canne à lait, was used in the 19th century to transport milk from the farm to the house or market. It is a handmade piece, crafte...

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...

Copper vessels of this nature were once primitively made in Europe and Middle Eastern areas of the world. This piece is a stunning example of the stout, but primitive craftsmanship t...

Hammered, riveted and soldered in 18th century Spain, this copper container was made for common household use, but with its sculptural form, rich color and patina of age it surpasses...

This is a large antique serving jug. An English, copper 2 gallon ewer, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880. Fascinatingly sized jug with a wonderful weathered appearance Disp...