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17th Century French Roasting Jack

About the Item

Early 17th century French weight-driven spit jack made of wrought iron, wood and lead. It was used for cooking in a kitchen fireplace. The forged frame is held together with wedges, a very old technique. The mechanism is still functional, though it misses a rope, a weight and handle.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17.72 in (45 cm)Width: 16.93 in (43 cm)Depth: 7.88 in (20 cm)
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    Early 17th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    17th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. The roasting jack is not functional because the stone, the rope and the chain are missing. It is for decorative purposes only.
  • Seller Location:
    Amerongen, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: t46781stDibs: LU973728497942
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