Antique French Pepper Mill

Ready to enhance the prettiest of tables, this charming Antique French Glass & Wood Pepper Mill turns an everyday necessity into a wonderfully decorative object. Its clear fluted glass body reveals the inner grinding mechanism, while beautifully turned warm-toned wood forms the upper and lower mounts. An ornate metal handle crowns the mill with an elegant flourish, and the whole rests jauntily atop three wonderfully elaborate claw feet.

Pepper mills became increasingly familiar fixtures on European tables during the 19th century as improved mechanical grinders made it possible to freshly grind pepper directly at the table. As with so many French dining accessories, however, practicality offered no excuse for sacrificing style. This handsome example elevates its simple function with an appealing mix of materials and delightfully extravagant detailing.

With its sparkling glass, richly patinated wood, and fanciful metalwork, this wonderful mill possesses all the character we love in antique French tableware. Put it back to work at dinner or display it among a collection of antique kitchen and dining pieces.

Strictly one-of-a-kind and subject to prior sale. In very good antique condition. 2 1/8"D x 3 1/2"H.