Late 19th-Century Hand-Hewn Rustic American Wooden Dough Bowl

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Note: Decorative elements as seen inside the bowl in the photos are not included.

Antique dough bowls feature gorgeous wood … more Note: Decorative elements as seen inside the bowl in the photos are not included.

Antique dough bowls feature gorgeous wood grain texture, subtle imperfections to even include wormholes that speak to their humble histories. They were widely used in the 1800s and 1900s and were either hand carved from a solid tree trunk in one piece using scoops and chisels or constructed from separate rustic primitive timbers. This type of dough bowl was typically used by home bakers for small batches of bread and were passed down through the generations from mother to daughter. The dough was kneaded in the bowl then covered with cloth and left to rise. The rise would be an even one because the wood retained the heat created by the yeast. Since wood is an organic material, it shrinks across the grain with age and antique dough bowls may often show signs of wear and in some cases repair, whether in the form of metal patches or strips of glue. This late 19th century dough bowl is obviously well used and a representation of a time-worn handcrafted art form of utilitarian ware from the past. The exquisite patina adds to its enduring charm and appeal. There is age-appropriate wear from years of food preparation along with random pinhole sized wormholes; it does lie flat on a hard surface. Each circular handle has an inset colonial starburst flower stencil-like carving (each one is slightly different due to its handmade origin). It measures 22¾” wide (including handles); exclude the handles and width is between 14¼” to 14½”; exterior depth between 14¼”/14½”; height is approximately 4¼”; interior 13” diameter x 3”/3¼” height; interior circular base diameter is approximately 10½”; weight 6 lbs. Note: Decorative elements as seen inside the bowl in the photos are not included. Antique dough bowls make excellent stylish décor accents on tabletops as centerpieces full of decorative objects; on kitchen countertops full of fruits or veggies or on a console or coffee table filled with faux foliage. For a lover and collector of antique dough bowls, this beauty should be a must have or the perfect gift for someone who is!

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