Rare Antique Coffee Sample Roaster by Maison Copin – P. Michel, Le Havre, France, circa 1900

Exceptional antique French coffee sample roaster manufactured by Maison Copin P. Michel of Le Havre. This fascinating industrial piece features a hand-cranked rotating roasting drum, adjustable speed control mechanism, and original maker’s plaque, making it a highly decorative example of early coffee roasting equipment.

Crafted from steel, iron, brass, and wood, the machine displays beautiful authentic wear and a rich aged patina acquired through decades of use. The exposed gearing, mechanical components, and perforated drum showcase the ingenuity and craftsmanship of early commercial coffee roasting technology.

The original brass adjustment scale marked “Lente – Vitesse – Arrêt – Rapide” and manufacturer’s plaque add further historical appeal, while the robust industrial construction gives the piece a striking sculptural presence.

Originally intended for roasting and evaluating small batches of coffee beans, this rare apparatus reflects the important role of Le Havre as one of Europe’s leading coffee-importing ports during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.

Whether displayed in a kitchen, coffee shop, restaurant, loft interior, or industrial collection, this rare roaster serves as both a conversation piece and an important reminder of the history of coffee production and trade.

Features:

• Antique French coffee sample roaster
• Manufactured by Maison Copin P. Michel, Le Havre
• Hand-cranked rotating roasting drum
• Original brass maker’s plaque
• Adjustable speed control mechanism
• Original brass control scale
• Steel, iron, brass, and wooden construction
• Visible gears and mechanical components
• Rich authentic industrial patina
• Decorative and collectible piece
• Late 19th to early 20th century

A remarkable antique French coffee sample roaster combining industrial craftsmanship, historical significance, rarity, and exceptional decorative appeal.

Size: 28 x 21 x 23 cm.