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Style: Primitive
Antique Primitive Wood Bowl, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
Handmade primitive bowl manufactured by unknown designer circa 1960. Made of wood in the Catalan Pyrenees. In good original condition with minor wear consistent with age and us...
Category
1960s Spanish Vintage Primitive Centerpieces
Materials
Teak
19th Century American Dough Bowl
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful large 19th century American carved wood dough bowl with a wonderful shape, and an old iron repair. At some point in its lifetime, someone added a hanger on the back so it...
Category
19th Century American Antique Primitive Centerpieces
Materials
Wood
Antique Handcrafted Primitive Pine Tool Carrier or All-Purpose Caddy with Drawer
Located in Doylestown, PA
Antique pine tool caddy, centerpiece or all-purpose wooden tote, c. 19th century.
Wonderful handcrafted, large pine caddy with a seasoned, time-worn patin...
Category
19th Century Antique Primitive Centerpieces
Materials
Pine
Primitive Antique Dough Bowl
Located in Bradenton, FL
A primitive style rectangular antique dough bowl or trencher bowl. Since colonial times these wooden bowls were found in every home to mix bread dough.
Category
19th Century Antique Primitive Centerpieces
Materials
Wood
Rustic Hand-Carved Oak Mortar with Primitive Charm, Circa Late 1920s
Located in Bagnolo Mella, Brescia
This exceptional oak mortar is a testament to the artistry of handcrafting, likely dating back to the late 1920s. Entirely carved and sculpted by hand, this one-of-a-kind piece rests...
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1920s Italian Vintage Primitive Centerpieces
Materials
Oak
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Antique Silver Plated Centerpiece or Epergne with Figural Children Playing
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
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Tongareva Danish Fruit Bowl or Pocket Bowl by Enzo Mari for Danese Milano c 1960
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Antique Dough Bowl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Most dough bowls we see today have a rounded out center, but originally the dough “bowl” was shaped more like a trough or trench.The term trencher comes from the Old French tranchier, which means to cut. In the Middle Ages a “trencher” was a hunk of old bread –stale and hard. It was typically cut into a rough square which food was placed on in lieu of a plate! At the end of the meal the trencher was frequently given as alms to the poor.
The family dough bowl was a critical part of the family food preparation. It was a highly used and highly treasured kitchen tool. As well it was common place for a future husband to carve a wooden dough bowl for his bride as a wedding present. The girls in a family also had a strong desire to have a dough bowl for her hope chest, assuring her future husband that she could adequately bake and Cook. A mother’s dough bowl was usually one of the items in an estate that was most sought after and typically left to the oldest daughter.
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Located in Los Angeles, CA
Most dough bowls we see today have a rounded out center, but originally the dough “bowl” was shaped more like a trough or trench. The term trencher comes from the Old French tranchier, which means to cut. In the Middle Ages a “trencher” was a hunk of old bread, stale and hard. It was typically cut into a rough square which food was placed on in lieu of a plate! At the end of the meal the trencher was frequently given as alms to the poor.
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Primitive centerpieces for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Primitive centerpieces for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage centerpieces created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, hardwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Primitive centerpieces made in a specific country, there are Europe, Asia, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for centerpieces differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $200 and tops out at $950 while the average work can sell for $595.