Coffee grinder (4) - Brass - Old brass coffee grinders
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Collection of 4 old brass coffee grinders – cylinder model – Middle East – approx. 1900–1950
Description
A characterful collection of 4 old cylindrical hand mills, mainly made of brass. This tall, narrow type of grinder was traditionally used for fine grinding of coffee and spices and is characteristic of the Middle East and the former Ottoman cultural area.
The four items vary in size, patina, and decoration. Several grinders feature engraved geometric and figurative embellishments. The dark example still has an existing crank handle.
The collection has an attractive authentic appearance with clear signs of use and naturally formed patina.
Quantity: 4 pieces
Material: mainly brass and other metal parts
Estimated production period: approx. 1900–1950
Probable origin: Middle East / former Ottoman cultural area
Use: coffee/spice grinders
Condition
Used, aged condition with clear signs of age and use, including scratches, discoloration, oxidation, residue and patina. The pieces have not been restored or polished.
The operation and completeness of the grinding mechanisms have not been checked. In several pieces the original crank is missing or other parts may be missing. The piece with the present handle is also offered solely as decorative/collectible object; the grinding function has not been tested.
The entire lot is therefore sold for collection, decoration and/or restoration, with no guarantee of operation or completeness.
Please study the photos carefully; the photos are an integral part of the description.
Collection of 4 old brass coffee grinders – cylinder model – Middle East – approx. 1900–1950
Description
A characterful collection of 4 old cylindrical hand mills, mainly made of brass. This tall, narrow type of grinder was traditionally used for fine grinding of coffee and spices and is characteristic of the Middle East and the former Ottoman cultural area.
The four items vary in size, patina, and decoration. Several grinders feature engraved geometric and figurative embellishments. The dark example still has an existing crank handle.
The collection has an attractive authentic appearance with clear signs of use and naturally formed patina.
Quantity: 4 pieces
Material: mainly brass and other metal parts
Estimated production period: approx. 1900–1950
Probable origin: Middle East / former Ottoman cultural area
Use: coffee/spice grinders
Condition
Used, aged condition with clear signs of age and use, including scratches, discoloration, oxidation, residue and patina. The pieces have not been restored or polished.
The operation and completeness of the grinding mechanisms have not been checked. In several pieces the original crank is missing or other parts may be missing. The piece with the present handle is also offered solely as decorative/collectible object; the grinding function has not been tested.
The entire lot is therefore sold for collection, decoration and/or restoration, with no guarantee of operation or completeness.
Please study the photos carefully; the photos are an integral part of the description.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
846 g
Title additional information
Old brass coffee grinders
Number of objects
4
Country of Origin
Unknown
Material
Brass
Colour
Gold
Condition
Poor - heavily used with major cracks, damages or major parts missing
Height
30 cm
Width
5.5 cm
Depth
5.5 cm
In Working Order
No
Estimated period
1900-1910
