18th Century Normandy Copper Wedding Champagne Basin
18th Century Normandy Copper Wedding Champagne Basin
A rare Normandy copper champagne basin made to celebrate marriage, richly decorated with traditional wedding motifs. The paired birds and basket symbolize union and abundance, while the engraved heart on the reverse and echoed heart shape in the handle mounts reinforce its commemorative purpose. Remarkably, this basin remains watertight and fully functional — still suited to chilling champagne for a gathering at the table.
Special Notes:
A rare and substantial Normandy copper wedding basin, handmade in the late 1700s and crafted from solid copper with a rolled rim and hand-seamed base — hallmarks of true multi-century workmanship.
Decorated with traditional marriage motifs — paired birds, a wedding basket, and a heart — this basin was made for celebration. Remarkably, it remains capable of holding ice and six bottles of champagne, while also serving as a striking centerpiece for the table or home.
This is a one-of-a-kind piece of French culinary and social history — equally at home in use, on display, or as part of a serious collection.
Details
Solid copper construction.
Traditional Normandy wedding motifs: birds, basket, and heart.
Original condition - lightly polished
Suitable for chilling up to 6 bottles of champagne in ice.
Dimensions: 40 cm long / 28 cm wide / 22 cm tall.
Normandy, late 18th century (circa 1700s).
Why we love this…
With the exceptional ability to conduct heat efficiently, copper cookware promotes precision and excellence in cooking. Traditional tin lined interiors are virtually non-stick when used correctly. Cooking with copper is the best option for everything from sauces to slowly cooked stews, braising and oven gratins. It is unbeatable for confiture and pastry making.
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Most pieces are vintage or antique, and previously used by chefs and accomplished cooks, and may have signs or marks of love & use. Please look at all of the details carefully.
IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT USE -- all cookware is ready to use, however, restored vintage and copper cookware does not work on induction tops and sometimes will not sit properly on modern burners. By purchasing, you are confirming that you are aware that this cookware item is not new, perhaps hundreds of years old and although restored (interior and polished) it will still have characteristics of use, age and is sold 'as is' with a detailed description and images.
Please use your cookware for its intended use -- sauce, stocks, stews, gratins, and as indicated in the listing details. Copper cookware with a tinned interior should never be heated empty or without sufficient liquid.
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IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT USE -- all cookware is ready to use, however, restored vintage and copper cookware does not work on induction tops and sometimes will not sit properly on modern burners. By purchasing, you are confirming that you are aware that this cookware item is not new, perhaps hundreds of years old and although restored (interior and polished) it will still have characteristics of use, age and is sold 'as is' with a detailed description and images.
Please use your cookware for its intended use -- sauce, stocks, stews, gratins, and as indicated in the listing details. Copper cookware with a tinned interior should never be heated empty or without sufficient liquid.
Most pieces are vintage or antique, and previously used by chefs and accomplished cooks, and may have signs or marks of love & use. Please look at all of the details carefully.
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This item is sent with International Express Shipping (FedEx or DHL) if postage paid exceeds $25 which is the minimum fee for express shipping. Tracking and shipping updates are available online through the destination country website.
Whenever possible, we will pack multiple items together, however, this does not always result in shipping charge savings. Please do not hesitate to inquire after you have received your package.
Destinations other than the US, CAN or EU might incur additional costs above the estimated amount added to your cart. Please inquire after purchase.
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Items that we sell are acquired in France and ship from France. All purchases are packed and shipped with extreme care. Because we adore everything we sell, we fully describe every item and welcome any questions about dimensions, condition or origin.
ALL SALES ARE FINAL. Every item listing in the shop has a detailed description and images and dimensions if applicable, along with a statement of condition (if vintage or antique) and use instructions (home goods). Read please carefully before purchasing.
MADE IN FRANCE
Our selection of vintage and antique copper decor and cookware is source from our Normandy flea markets, acquired from local restaurants and chefs, or found in brocante and antique shops.
RESTORED AT RABBIT HILL
Copper cookware and decorative items made by renowned copper makers, hand-restored on our farm using traditional artisan methods. Cookware is safe for cooking and ready to use for many more years to come.
TIMELESS QUALITY
Most of the cookware we sell dates to from the 18th to the 20th century and was created by copper artisans like Mauviel, Atelier du Cuivre, Gaillard - Paris and Bourgeat and made for culinary professionals through E. Dehillerin, Paris, Allez Freres, Grand Magasins du Louvre and A la Mangere.
CURATED FOR YOU
We hand-pick the perfect items that capture authentic French farm country lifestyle and culinary 'arts de vivre'. We adore using copper cookware in our kitchen and love to share our culinary expertise and inspiration through our Rabbit Hill restored pieces.
