This charming mould likely dates to the earlier part of the 19th century, carrying the quiet presence of a provincial kitchen, where simple foods were prepared with care and brought to the table with modest grace.
Decorated with a softly modelled fruit motif framed by a scalloped border, it was used to shape butter, fresh cheese, or cold desserts such as creams and jellies.
In France at this time, the shaping of food was considered an essential part of hospitality. Writing in 1825, the gastronome Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin observed in Physiologie du Goût:
“Dishes destined for the table demand care, for they must please the eye before they satisfy the palate.”
Moulds such as this one gave form to that philosophy. Hung within easy reach and used as part of daily routine, they allowed even the simplest foods to be presented with order and restraint.
The gently worn surface and softened detail speak to years of quiet use in a well-kept household, where beauty was not reserved for special occasions, but woven into everyday life.
Both practical and decorative, this mould is a timeless object, offering a glimpse into the measured rhythm and thoughtful habits of the French country table.
Size(cm): W30cm H19.8
*Some of our antique objects have been gently shaped by time and may show light, natural signs of age such as a soft patina or subtle surface wear. These quiet details are part of their charm. Each piece is carefully checked and thoughtfully prepared before sale, ready to be enjoyed in its next chapter.
This charming mould likely dates to the earlier part of the 19th century, carrying the quiet presence of a provincial kitchen, where simple foods were prepared with care and brought to the table with modest grace.
Decorated with a softly modelled fruit motif framed by a scalloped border, it was used to shape butter, fresh cheese, or cold desserts such as creams and jellies.
In France at this time, the shaping of food was considered an essential part of hospitality. Writing in 1825, the gastronome Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin observed in Physiologie du Goût:
“Dishes destined for the table demand care, for they must please the eye before they satisfy the palate.”
Moulds such as this one gave form to that philosophy. Hung within easy reach and used as part of daily routine, they allowed even the simplest foods to be presented with order and restraint.
The gently worn surface and softened detail speak to years of quiet use in a well-kept household, where beauty was not reserved for special occasions, but woven into everyday life.
Both practical and decorative, this mould is a timeless object, offering a glimpse into the measured rhythm and thoughtful habits of the French country table.
Size(cm): W30cm H19.8
*Some of our antique objects have been gently shaped by time and may show light, natural signs of age such as a soft patina or subtle surface wear. These quiet details are part of their charm. Each piece is carefully checked and thoughtfully prepared before sale, ready to be enjoyed in its next chapter.
