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18th Century French Chestnut Grinder on Custom Wall Mount

$1,800
$2,40025% Off
£1,360.58
£1,814.1025% Off
€1,563.54
€2,084.7325% Off
CA$2,506.49
CA$3,341.9925% Off
A$2,788.37
A$3,717.8225% Off
CHF 1,461.70
CHF 1,948.9325% Off
MX$34,073.15
MX$45,430.8725% Off
NOK 18,612.88
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SEK 17,521.45
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DKK 11,671.27
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About the Item

Discover the rustic charm of this 18th-century French hand-carved oak chestnut grinder, elegantly mounted on a custom wall mount. Hailing from the picturesque countryside of Normandy, this extraordinary piece tells a tale of generations past. Crafted with meticulous artistry, the dozens of hand-carved teeth showcase the skill and craftsmanship of the era. This chestnut grinder, once a prized tool in Normandy's countryside, served as a vital companion for millers, one step in the process of grinding chestnuts into nourishing flour. The custom wall mount elevates a seemingly mundane object into a work of modern art any collector would be proud to own. Its weathered and timeworn patina evokes a connection to the past -- you can almost envision the hands that turned its crank, imbuing it with a sense of history.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14 in (35.56 cm)Width: 14 in (35.56 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Style:
    Rustic (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    18th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: RIGHTPROPER24891stDibs: LU3738334497752

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