This is a beautiful antique copper bakraç, a traditional Turkish/Ottoman deep bucket or pot, featuring a distinctive flared shape.

• Estimated Age: Dating back to 1940.

• Material: Hand-hammered copper, showing a lovely patina and remnants of its original tin-lining (tinned interior) which was common for cooking or storing food/liquids.

• Design: It includes a sturdy iron handle and a reinforced rim, typical of utilitarian pieces made for daily use.

• Condition:

There is a small crack/split on the bottom of the piece.

The exterior displays a rich, aged copper color with patches of silver-colored tinning remaining, highlighting its age and history. The bottom is also hand-hammered. In the second image, it is shown used decoratively as a planter/vase for artificial flowers.

📏 Dimensions (Approximate):

• Height: 19 cm (approximately 7.5 inches)

• Mouth Diameter: 24 cm (approximately 9.4 inches)

• Base Diameter: 30 cm (approximately 11.8 inches)

This piece would make a wonderful rustic or farmhouse-style decorative item.