Working tool (3) Rustic - Butter mold, Coder
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A lot of three rare wooden objects dating to the first half of the twentieth century, fashioned in solid wood, including a leather‑tied portable tool container, a hand‑carved wooden butter/food stamp, and a wooden sliding bolt with wrought iron components.
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Fascinating lot composed of three rare original objects from ancient artisanal farming and Italian rural life, dating to the first half of the twentieth century. Perfect for Art Populaire collectors or for decorating rustic spaces with a touch of authentic rural history.
The lot includes:
1. Ancient Portacote (Còdar / Coffin) in Wood and Leather
• Description: Cylindrical container in solid wood, traditionally worn at the farmer's waist and filled with water to keep the cote stone moist during sharpening of the scythe in the fields. Features beautiful ornamental turned grooves.
• Dimensions: Total length about 31 cm (including tip); maximum diameter about 8 cm.
• Condition: Excellent wood preservation. Complete with the integrated upper loop and its original leather strap with an antique metal buckle, a rare detail to find intact.
2. Butter/Baked Goods Molder in Hand-Carved Wood (Fish Motif)
• Description: Rectangular board in hard wood used to stamp fresh butter loaves or decorate festive-traditional sweets. The manual carving, very sharp and well preserved, depicts a fish (trout or pike style) surrounded by a fine dotted texture. It has two through holes at the ends for release or to be hung.
• Dimensions: About 15.5 cm x 6 cm, thickness 1.5 cm.
• Condition: Splendid aged patina, carving intact without cracks or noticeable worming.
3. Ancient Sliding Latch in Wood and Wrought Iron
• Description: Sturdy artisanal locking mechanism for barn doors, granaries, or rustic gates. It consists of a wooden support plate on which the squared locking pin slides, actuated by a large and elegant wrought iron oval handle.
• Dimensions: Overall length about 23.5 cm.
• Condition: Solid construction and functioning mechanism. The iron shows a natural and beautiful surface oxidation patina that certifies authenticity.
Item Conditions
Conditions: Good condition / Used with signs of age and use. The three pieces display a magnificent original patina of the era that highlights their historical character. They have not undergone invasive restorations, preserving the integrity of the materials of the time (wood, leather, wrought iron). Please carefully review the photo gallery (including measurements with a ruler), which is an integral part of the description.
Fascinating lot composed of three rare original objects from ancient artisanal farming and Italian rural life, dating to the first half of the twentieth century. Perfect for Art Populaire collectors or for decorating rustic spaces with a touch of authentic rural history.
The lot includes:
1. Ancient Portacote (Còdar / Coffin) in Wood and Leather
• Description: Cylindrical container in solid wood, traditionally worn at the farmer's waist and filled with water to keep the cote stone moist during sharpening of the scythe in the fields. Features beautiful ornamental turned grooves.
• Dimensions: Total length about 31 cm (including tip); maximum diameter about 8 cm.
• Condition: Excellent wood preservation. Complete with the integrated upper loop and its original leather strap with an antique metal buckle, a rare detail to find intact.
2. Butter/Baked Goods Molder in Hand-Carved Wood (Fish Motif)
• Description: Rectangular board in hard wood used to stamp fresh butter loaves or decorate festive-traditional sweets. The manual carving, very sharp and well preserved, depicts a fish (trout or pike style) surrounded by a fine dotted texture. It has two through holes at the ends for release or to be hung.
• Dimensions: About 15.5 cm x 6 cm, thickness 1.5 cm.
• Condition: Splendid aged patina, carving intact without cracks or noticeable worming.
3. Ancient Sliding Latch in Wood and Wrought Iron
• Description: Sturdy artisanal locking mechanism for barn doors, granaries, or rustic gates. It consists of a wooden support plate on which the squared locking pin slides, actuated by a large and elegant wrought iron oval handle.
• Dimensions: Overall length about 23.5 cm.
• Condition: Solid construction and functioning mechanism. The iron shows a natural and beautiful surface oxidation patina that certifies authenticity.
Item Conditions
Conditions: Good condition / Used with signs of age and use. The three pieces display a magnificent original patina of the era that highlights their historical character. They have not undergone invasive restorations, preserving the integrity of the materials of the time (wood, leather, wrought iron). Please carefully review the photo gallery (including measurements with a ruler), which is an integral part of the description.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
2 kg
Style subtype
Rustic
Wood type
Hardwood
Number of objects
3
Style
Contemporary
Country of Origin
Italy
Material
Wood
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
33 cm
Width
6 cm
Depth
6 cm
Estimated period
1920-1930
Title additional information
Butter mold, Coder
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