An authentic piece of late 19th or early 20th century kitchenalia, this rustic antique skillet features a hand-spun brass bowl mounted to a heavy, hand-forged wrought iron handle. Constructed using traditional metal-spinning techniques, the brass body displays fine concentric lathe lines along the exterior and interior, finished with an incised decorative ring just below the rim. The long iron handle is firmly secured to the bowl with two original large copper rivets, highlighting its functional post-Victorian hearthware design.
Measuring 11 cm in height, 35.5 cm in total length, and 15 cm in diameter, with a weight of 675 g, it is a substantial and tactile display piece.
Condition: Good antique condition. The main spun brass bowl exhibits a rich, darkened patinated surface throughout with genuine age-related oxidation, light scuffs, and darkening to the iron handle. There is a fine vertical stress crack extending from the rim down toward the left rivet; this is a natural expansion line common in spun brass caused by historic temperature changes around the iron mount. The iron handle plate braces the area securely, leaving the pan solid and structurally sound for display.
This piece would suit a rustic country kitchen, cottage hearth display, or vintage pantry setup. Its long iron handle and rich brass patina make it a wonderful wall-hanging piece or prop for food stylists.