Antique French Carved Wooden Butter Brick with Floral Decoration

This is a beautiful antique French butter brick mould, dating from the early 20th Century.

An unusually large size, this wooden butter mould features nice carved detail of a floral display. Dowel rods hold the base of the mould in place, and this would have allowed the base to come away when butter was made. 

With its rustic patina, this would look beautiful simply sat proudly on display to give a rustic touch to your interior kitchen styling. But as it's in  working order, it's also ideal for more adventurous cooks who might want to try making their own butter.

Apart from general age and wear, the mould is in good overall condition and has a rich honey coloured patina. There are a few water marks on the piece, and one of the dowels at the back is missing, although this doesn't affect its use. 

Length, 20cm; Width, 12.5cm; Height, 445cm 
To make a rectangular butter block measuring 15cm x 10.5cm x 3.5cm