Large Antique Three-Liter Butter Churn, 1890s

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An original 3-liter hand-cranked butter churn, made of thick glass with a distinctive blue-green tint, equipped with a cast-iron gear … Read more An original 3-liter hand-cranked butter churn, made of thick glass with a distinctive blue-green tint, equipped with a cast-iron gear mechanism featuring a crank and a wooden handle.
This piece is preserved in a very decorative, authentic patina. The drive mechanism, featuring a large gear wheel, is a beautiful example of early 20th-century functional craftsmanship. The bottom is stamped with “3L,” confirming the vessel’s capacity.
The item looks excellent both as part of a collection of vintage household equipment and as a decorative piece in rustic, farmhouse, industrial, or country-style interiors.
Condition:
original glass with no visible cracks,
complete crank mechanism preserved,
natural patina and signs of age on metal parts,
wooden crank handle preserved.
Material: glass, cast iron, wood
Capacity: 3 liters
Period: ca. 1890–1920
Origin: Europe
This type of butter churn was used in households to churn cream into butter. Thanks to the striking combination of thick glass and a cast-iron mechanism, it is now a sought-after collector’s item and an attractive piece of interior decor. See less