Antique French Butter Churn in Chestnut, 1890s

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This antique french butter churn dates from the early 20th century and represents a remarkable example of rural craftsmanship and … Read more This antique french butter churn dates from the early 20th century and represents a remarkable example of rural craftsmanship and utilitarian design. Once a central tool in farmhouse kitchens, it was used to transform cream into butter through a hand-crank mechanism with interior paddles.

the piece is constructed from chestnut and poplar wood, featuring a hinged lid, a solid wooden frame, and iron fittings. The side-mounted crank remains intact and functional, and the surface shows an attractive patina consistent with decades of use.

more than a dairy implement, this churn is also considered a meuble de métier (professional furniture), offering both historical authenticity and decorative appeal.

dimensions
total: 52 cm (d) × 75 cm (w) × 80 cm (h)
box: 32 cm (d) × 50 cm (w) × 33 cm (h)

materials: chestnut wood, poplar wood, iron
origin: france
period: early 20th century
condition: good antique condition with wear and patina consistent with age. Structurally stable, with working crank mechanism.

details
design period: early 20th century
production period: circa 1900–1930
country of manufacture: france
style: rustic, french country, farmhouse, meuble de métier
materials: chestnut wood, poplar wood, iron
condition: good — wear consistent with age and use
special features: working crank, original patina, farmhouse origin See less