Octagonal Oak Coal Bucket Replica

Product Code: CONS-0022

£32.40 Excl. VAT

Replica Octagonal Oak Coal Bucket, ideal for reuse as a sweet bowl on a hallway table, or on a kitchen sideboard as a fruit bowl.

Dimensions- Dia. 9 1/2″ x H5 1/2″ (Dia. 24.2cm x H14cm)

Please note, due to the nature of production, the age of the items and process of reclamation, there are likely to be imperfections and wear marks.

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Weight 3 kg
Dimensions 24.2 × 24.2 × 14 cm

Description

Octagonal Oak Coal Bucket Replica 9½” Diameter

This reclaimed replica octagonal oak coal bucket reflects practical domestic design from a period of careful fuel use. Historically, small coal buckets moved modest amounts of coal between rooms. They proved useful where fireplaces burned gently and space remained limited. Larger coal scuttles often felt impractical in such settings.

Original examples typically used lightweight woods, often basswood, to allow easy handling throughout the house. This replica follows that tradition while retaining visual authenticity. The octagonal shape provided strength while remaining easy to grip. Consequently, households valued these containers for everyday convenience.

Today, the replica octagonal oak coal bucket adapts easily to modern interiors. It works well as a fruit bowl on a kitchen counter. In hallways, it neatly stores keys, coins, or loose change. It also serves as a trinket holder for small household items. It’s irresistible, placed on a side table and filled with sweets!

Children often find creative enjoyment with this replica coal bucket. Filled with colourful buttons, it encourages sorting, counting, and imaginative play. Alternatively, filling it with Kinder Eggs brings instant excitement and shared moments. Therefore, it offers both decorative and playful value.

The brass bands surrounding the wood reinforce the structure and protect against knocks. They also help the bucket withstand frequent domestic handling. As a result, this replica octagonal oak coal bucket remains robust despite its lightweight construction. It still has many years of practical service ahead.

Reclaimed Replica

Reclaimed decorative items like this piece offer clear environmental benefits. Reuse reduces waste while preserving traditional forms and materials. Furthermore, reclaimed items bring individual character that mass produced goods often lack. They support sustainable living without sacrificing function.

Choosing a replica octagonal oak coal bucket also connects homes with everyday history. It references how families once managed resources thoughtfully. This sense of continuity enriches modern living spaces subtly.

Because of its size and versatility, placement remains flexible throughout the home. It suits shelves, tables, and hearths equally well. This replica coal bucket proves that small reclaimed items can deliver lasting usefulness and quiet visual interest.