Antique European Butter Stamp
This antique butter stamp most possibly dates back to the 17th - 18th century. Beautifully hand carved, it features an intricate geometric design, with triangles inside triangles. It is paddle shaped with the patina of a well used object with many stories to tell. This butter stamp has been carved out of one piece of dark wood. It is full of charm and character.
Butter moulds, or sometimes referred to as butter stamps, were used as early as the 17th century to decorate butter with images and words On farms the images were used to label and identify produce. This was actually one of the earliest forms of a trademark. Butter moulds were usually made from hardwoods such as holly, sycamore and cherrywood. They were originally carved by the farmers themselves for their own use or handmade by skilled artisans. They became extremely popular in the 19th century where they were used in private kitchens to decorate the table. Before being used on the butter, the wooden mould would be soaked for hours until it was thoroughly saturated. After hours of chilling the wood would dry out, enabling the butter to slide out easily. Butter moulds make beautiful additions to kitchen décor, especially if you are seeking a traditional country look.
This butter stamp is in very good condition considering its age. A 4 cms piece of the outer edge is missing but this is hardly noticable. It measures approximately 24 cms in length and it is 14 cms across. It would make a delightful addition to your kitchen decor, either hanging or sitting on a bench or table. It could still be used as a butter stamp or a cookie cutter.
This antique butter stamp most possibly dates back to the 17th - 18th century. Beautifully hand carved, it features an intricate geometric design, with triangles inside triangles. It is paddle shaped with the patina of a well used object with many stories to tell. This butter stamp has been carved out of one piece of dark wood. It is full of charm and character.
Butter moulds, or sometimes referred to as butter stamps, were used as early as the 17th century to decorate butter with images and words On farms the images were used to label and identify produce. This was actually one of the earliest forms of a trademark. Butter moulds were usually made from hardwoods such as holly, sycamore and cherrywood. They were originally carved by the farmers themselves for their own use or handmade by skilled artisans. They became extremely popular in the 19th century where they were used in private kitchens to decorate the table. Before being used on the butter, the wooden mould would be soaked for hours until it was thoroughly saturated. After hours of chilling the wood would dry out, enabling the butter to slide out easily. Butter moulds make beautiful additions to kitchen décor, especially if you are seeking a traditional country look.
This butter stamp is in very good condition considering its age. A 4 cms piece of the outer edge is missing but this is hardly noticable. It measures approximately 24 cms in length and it is 14 cms across. It would make a delightful addition to your kitchen decor, either hanging or sitting on a bench or table. It could still be used as a butter stamp or a cookie cutter.
This antique butter stamp most possibly dates back to the 17th - 18th century. Beautifully hand carved, it features an intricate geometric design, with triangles inside triangles. It is paddle shaped with the patina of a well used object with many stories to tell. This butter stamp has been carved out of one piece of dark wood. It is full of charm and character.
Butter moulds, or sometimes referred to as butter stamps, were used as early as the 17th century to decorate butter with images and words On farms the images were used to label and identify produce. This was actually one of the earliest forms of a trademark. Butter moulds were usually made from hardwoods such as holly, sycamore and cherrywood. They were originally carved by the farmers themselves for their own use or handmade by skilled artisans. They became extremely popular in the 19th century where they were used in private kitchens to decorate the table. Before being used on the butter, the wooden mould would be soaked for hours until it was thoroughly saturated. After hours of chilling the wood would dry out, enabling the butter to slide out easily. Butter moulds make beautiful additions to kitchen décor, especially if you are seeking a traditional country look.
This butter stamp is in very good condition considering its age. A 4 cms piece of the outer edge is missing but this is hardly noticable. It measures approximately 24 cms in length and it is 14 cms across. It would make a delightful addition to your kitchen decor, either hanging or sitting on a bench or table. It could still be used as a butter stamp or a cookie cutter.
