A Victorian Copper Splash Lid, c.1900

An authentic late Victorian to Edwardian hand-crafted copper splash lid, dating from around 1890–1915. Traditionally used in professional and domestic kitchens to reduce fat splatter while frying, this piece is hand-raised from heavy-gauge copper and fitted with a wrought iron handle secured by hand-peened copper rivets. The underside is stamped G • G, most likely a maker's, retailer's or owner's mark. A handsome and practical example of antique kitchenware, it also makes an attractive decorative piece for a country kitchen or copperware collection.

Details

• Hand-raised copper splash lid
  Circa 1890–1915
  Copper riveted construction
  Stamped G • G 
  

Diameter: 25.5 cm
Overall length: 44 cm
Height: 2 cm

Condition

Very good antique condition, with age-related wear consistent with over a century of use. The copper has been lightly polished and retains minor surface marks, small hammering irregularities and gentle signs of use that add to its authentic character. The wrought iron handle is sound and securely fixed with its original copper rivets. The G • G stamp remains clearly visible.

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Use

Originally designed as a splash or splatter lid for use over frying pans and sauté pans, this piece is equally well suited today as decorative antique kitchenware. It displays beautifully on a wall or pot rack and would make an excellent addition to a collection of antique copper or period kitchenalia.

This style of description is attractive to collectors because it accurately describes the piece without making claims about the G • G mark that cannot be verified.

Note

As vintage-style decorative objects, these pieces are final sale and non-returnable.