- 2 Frassetto Way - Lincoln Park, NJ 07035
Grossman Estate, Autographs, and Fresh Finds
Lot 24:
Description
Group of six professional-grade copper pots and pans, early 20th century. The collection includes two large sauté pans and four saucepans of various sizes. Each piece is fashioned from heavy-gauge wrought copper with tin-lined interiors. The handles are made of wrought iron, attached to the copper bodies with large rivets. One large saucepan is marked on the side GARNIER & WILKS RANGE CO. Largest pan: 3" H x 15 1/2" diameter. 30" L with handle.
From the Woodstock, New York estate of music manager Albert Grossman, best known for managing artists including Bob Dylan, Janis Joplin, The Band, and Peter, Paul and Mary.
Condition report:
Overall fair to good vintage condition with signs of significant commercial use. Exterior copper surfaces show a heavy dark patina with areas of oxidation and green verdigris, particularly around the rims and rivets. The tin interiors are heavily worn, exhibiting pitting, staining, and exposed copper throughout the set; they require professional retinning if intended for food preparation. The iron handles show surface rust and pitting. Minor dents, surface scratches, and slight deformations consistent with utility are present on all pieces.
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