Antique Cast Iron & Wood Manual Coffee Grinder – Ornate Lid

Description :
This antique tabletop coffee grinder features a cast iron top with ornate embossed detailing and a hand-crank mechanism. The wooden base is joined with dovetail cornerwork, showcasing craftsmanship typical of late 19th to early 20th-century European or American utilitarian pieces. The hand-turned wooden knob and drawer add charm to this functional object, once used to grind coffee beans before the electric age. The top-loading hopper still retains its internal grinder teeth, though the cast iron shows aging and wear, including a visible crack in the top. This piece would appeal to collectors of primitive kitchen tools or rustic decor enthusiasts.

Era:
Late 1800s to early 1900s

Style:
Victorian farmhouse utilitarian

Technique:
Cast iron molding, dovetail joinery, and hand finishing

Tools Used:
Molding sand cast for iron, dovetail saw, hand plane, lathe for drawer knob

History:
Manual coffee grinders like this were a household staple before electric grinders became mainstream in the 1930s.

Manufacturer / Maker:
Maker: Unknown — possible origins in France or the U.S., as this design was widely reproduced by brands like Peugeot Frères and Arcade Manufacturing, but no marking confirms brand origin.

Measurements:
5 ¾" W x 9" H x 5 ¾" D

Suggested Weight:
Approximately 3–4 lbs

Suggested Shipping Package Dimension:
10" W x 10" D x 12" H

Item Number : P15376

Category : Misc Home Décor & Furniture

Brand : UK