Antique Turned Carved Wood Butter Print Central Flower Design Knob Shaped Handel
Description: A beautiful antique turned and chip carved wood wooden butter print. The butter print, which is made of a single piece of wood, has the very desirable design of a flower positioned in the center of the field. The piece is decorated with a deep carved flower with leaves on both sides. The design is framed with two concentric incised lines along the edge. The print has a round flat surface with a deep carved design of the flower. The flower and leaves show lots of intricate details. The print has a knob like handle on top. The entire piece appears to be made of a single piece of wood. See page 138 figures V-197 and V-198 in Paul Kindig's book "Butter Prints and Molds" Published by Schiffer Publishing Limited of West Chester PA in 1986 for similar examples. Please carefully review the photos presented as they are part and parcel of our description.
Date: Unknown but most likely early to mid 1800s (early to mid 19th century).
Origin: Southeastern Pennsylvania.
Size: Measures ~3 1/2" in diameter at the design part and is ~3 1/8" high. The print weighs slightly over 2 ounces.
Maker: Unknown.
Marks: Unmarked.
Distinguishing Characteristics - Most Interesting About The Piece: Very good antique butter print with a nice and rather well executed design. A nice antique butter print, which would make a great addition to your collection.
Condition: The piece is in good condition given its age and utilitarian function. It has general wear and losses along the edge of the print itself. It has some minor age cracks within the design which can be seen in the photos (1st and 2nd photos) at 3:00 and 11:00 o'clock. The piece has no repairs and has acquired a nice age patina. It also has general wear, with some roughness at the top of the knob like handle (see the 3rd photo). The piece has some soiling and some dark coloring at the top of the flower. It has wear and coloration commensurate with its age and use, which makes it look great. Please see photos to appreciate its beauty and for additional condition information.
