An outstanding example of Gilded Age American culinary craftsmanship, this heavy-gauge hand-raised copper saucepan bears the highly desirable early L.F.D. & H., N.Y., 264 & 266 Wooster Street maker’s mark, identifying it as a product of one of America’s most celebrated manufacturers of professional hotel and restaurant copperware. Beautifully formed with a generous pouring lip, hand-tinned interior, robust riveted copper handle mount, and original 15-inch turned hardwood handle with iron hanging ring. The untouched copper surface has developed a rich, mellow patina from more than a century of honest use, giving the piece exceptional warmth and character. Originally produced for the finest hotels, restaurants, and grand estate kitchens of the late 19th century, this impressive saucepan today stands as both a museum-worthy example of early American professional cookware and a striking decorative object with tremendous country, industrial, and folk art appeal.
Dimensions: 22” overall length; pan 9” diameter x 5½” high; handle 15” long.
Condition: Excellent antique condition with original hand-tinned interior, original hardwood handle, crisp maker’s stamp, rich untouched copper patina, and expected light wear from generations of use. No evidence of major repairs or alterations.