Peugeot Frères (2) - Zassenhaus - Gratieux - Coffee grinder (4) - Wood, Metal - Lot of coffee grinders

Lot of 4 Ancient and Vintage Coffee Grinders – Peugeot Frères, Zassenhaus, Gratieux

Splendid and rare evolutionary collection consisting of 4 manual tabletop coffee grinders, made by the most prestigious European manufactories from the late 19th century to the '70s.

This lot represents a fascinating journey into the history of domestic grinding over the Alps (France and Germany), perfect for demanding collectors or as an exclusive interior design and retro-modern décor element.

The internal iron cast mechanisms rotate freely and smoothly, and all the drawers are perfect, intact and fully functional.

The set includes in detail (from left to right):

1. Gratieux Paris (Anni '20/'40) – The Great French Model
Rare and imposing model (grand modèle) in warm dark solid wood. It is enriched by a protective cap in browned iron and by its beautiful original oval brass plaque bearing the inscription "Déposé Gratieux Paris".
Dimensions: Lid 18x18 cm | Total height (with crank) 23 cm.

2. Peugeot Frères "Cupolino Verde" (Anni '50) – The Postwar Icon
Characteristics: Linear structure in light wood, characterized by the unmistakable green-painted metal dome. It features on the front the famous original shield decal with the lion on the arrow.
Shows a natural linear crack in the wood of the upper lid, which testifies to its authenticity and long life without compromising stability (clearly visible in detail photos).
Dimensions: Lid 14x14 cm | Total height 21 cm.

3. Peugeot Frères "Valentigney" (Late '800 / Early '900) – The museum piece
Characteristics: The historical jewel of the collection. Classic beech wood structure with browned protective cap. On the front stands the rare and splendid embossed oval brass plate, fixed with original rivets, with the old inscription "Peugeot Frères Valentigney (Doubs) Modèle Déposé". The forged iron crank also bears the lion mark.
Dimensions: Lid 14x14 cm | Total height 21 cm.

4. Zassenhaus Model 163 (Anni '50/'70) – The German excellence of West Germany
Characteristics: Splendid high-end model in Baroque style, with elegant carved columns at the corners and open brass hopper that reveals the quality of the mechanics. On the front is applied the browned oval plaque with the two rampant lions and the crowned shield "Z". The wooden bottom preserves intact the original ink stamps "Made in Western Germany" and the model number "163". It shows a fascinating light wear of the surface polish.
Dimensions: Lid 14.5x14.5 cm | Total height 20 cm.

The items are sold as seen, with their splendid original patina of time that confirms authenticity.

Shipping: The lot will be packed with professional criteria and maximum safety. Each single coffee grinder will be protected and individually wrapped in abundant bubble wrap inside a single sturdy and tracked package, to ensure it arrives intact at destination.