Tole Peat Bucket, England, 19th Century

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This English peat bucket features a cylindrical tole body banded with brass straps and topped with an iron swing handle … Read more This English peat bucket features a cylindrical tole body banded with brass straps and topped with an iron swing handle for easy carrying. The weathered dark finish and sturdy construction speak to its practical origins in a 19th-century household, where it would have held fuel for the fire.

Circa 19th century, England. This piece reflects the utilitarian design tradition of English domestic metalware, where functional objects were crafted with both durability and modest decorative detail in mind. If you'd like to learn more about our products, please visit our university page for more information. See less