French Vintage Copper Champagne Ice Bucket Brass Rings Metaux Ouvres 04072615

French Copper Champagne Bucket

A French copper champagne bucket produced by Metaux Ouvres de Vesoul, stamped on the base under the brand name Le Trefle with the word CUIVRE, confirming solid copper construction. This French copper champagne bucket type was standard equipment in mid-20th century French hotel dining rooms and restaurants, used tableside to chill bottles of wine or champagne in ice.

The exterior is spun copper with a warm rose-amber tone, polished to a smooth reflective finish. The body tapers from a wide flared rim downward to a flat base, a classic form associated with French hotel silverware and metalware of the 1950s and 1960s. A band of three incised lines runs around the upper third of the body, adding visual structure without ornament. Two brass ring handles are mounted on opposing sides via round brass bosses; the rings hang freely and show natural age patina consistent with use. The interior is lined in a darker metal, appearing to be tin or silver-plate, which is standard practice in copper vessels intended for food and beverage contact. The base stamp reads clearly: Metaux Ouvres Vesoul / Le Trefle / Cuivre, identifying the manufacturer as a metalworks based in Vesoul, Haute-Saone, France.

The bucket measures approximately 20cm in height / 7.9 inches, with an opening diameter of approximately 19cm / 7.5 inches and a base diameter of approximately 13cm / 5.1 inches, estimated from the seller description and photos. Overall condition is good with minor surface wear, light scratches to the base, and age-appropriate patina to the brass fittings. No dents or structural damage are visible.

A practical and visually strong piece for bar display, table styling or active use as a wine cooler. Copper metalware from named French manufacturers such as Metaux Ouvres Vesoul carries consistent collector interest, particularly in the US market where French bistro and hotel aesthetics remain popular.

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