Vintage Tin-Lined Copper Tea Kettle with Swing Handle and Patina

A character-rich vintage copper tea kettle featuring a rounded body, curved pouring spout, removable domed lid, and pivoting bail handle. The warm copper surface has developed varied patina and oxidation from age and use, giving the kettle an appealing primitive farmhouse appearance.

The interior appears to retain an older tin or similar metal lining, although the lining shows substantial darkening, wear, and oxidation. Additional condition details include scratches, spotting, discoloration, surface dents or irregularities, and a visibly bent or deformed spout tip. The kettle has not been tested for leaks or stovetop use.

Because the interior lining and overall food-use safety have not been professionally evaluated, this piece is best offered as decorative vintage kitchenware, display, or collection use rather than guaranteed functional cookware. Worn linings can make older copper cookware unsuitable for food preparation until inspected and, where appropriate, professionally retinned.

Approximate measurements:

• Body diameter: 6–6.5 inches
• Overall width including spout: 9–10 inches
• Height with handle raised: 8–9 inches
• Unboxed weight: approximately 1.17 lb, subject to unit verification