Large 1920s Parisian Butcher Block

Antique copper cookware, such as this polished chaudron with wrought iron handle are highly sought-after decorative pieces due to their unique color and (typically) bright patina. handcrafted in France, circa 1850, our chaudron has a shaped wrought iron handle that rests on a thick rolled rim when not in the upright position. The handle is affixed to the cauldron by a pair of horseshoe shaped mounts, each with two rivets. When the chaudron was used for cooking, the handle would be raised and fitted onto a cremaillere (chimney hook...

A beautiful example of a period Louis XVI chaudron, or cauldron, the copper has been decorated with a metalworking technique known as repousse, where low relief motifs are hammered from the reverse side. Many motifs from Louis XVI were inspired by ancient civilizations (Egypt, Rome, Greece, etc.), such as the mascarons and cartouches seen on the sides of this chaudron. There are two distinct mythological scenes on opposite sides, set in between a pair of twisted loop handles emanating from the mouth of a heavily bearded mascaron with a tied bow in his hair. One image depicts Pegasus rearing up as a man with a sword...

Originally a scenic backdrop for a French theater during the 1920s, this large painted canvas can be considered a trompe-l’œil. A trompe-l’oeil (literally “deceive the eye”) is a sty...

When dairy farmers traveled to the market, they would use large metal jugs, such as this cast iron milk container, to sell milk to local customers. The cast ...

The natural patterns of the wood's grains create amazing designs in these end-grain butcher block surfaces. Unlike on traditional long-grain cutting boards, the knife cuts amongst th...

The natural patterns of the wood's grains create amazing designs in these end-grain butcher block surfaces. Unlike on traditional long-grain cutting boards, the knife cuts amongst th...

Large Mid-Century large butcher block. This incredible square butcher block has a beautiful aged patina. The aged maple wood is glowing with it's history of use and character. The sturdy legs and undulated surface make this piece a work of functional art for any chef. A perfect addition to a kitchen or outdoor...

Antique American Pot Rack or Meat Rack that hung in a Wisconsin Butcher Shop over their Butcher Block that is currently also listed on 1stdibs with the Item Reference # LU824342890522. The steel pipes or supports that are attached to the Pot Rack are just bolted on and can be reversed and attached to the Original Butcher Block or your existing Butcher Block. In the last 30-plus years I can count on one hand the number of authentic real antique Pot Racks...