This wonderfully timeworn French chopping board is a true companion of the old farmhouse kitchen — large, circular, and deeply rich in patina. Its generous scale and sturdy wooden planks speak of daily use, long before modern conveniences, when bread was kneaded by hand and meals were prepared with quiet intention. The two wooden brackets on the reverse not only strengthen the board but also hint at the careful, practical craftsmanship of rural makers who understood how to build something meant to last a lifetime.
The surface carries the warm, earthy tones of well-aged wood, gently darkened by years of flour dust, olive oil, and the soft scrape of knives. Boards like this were often used for shaping dough, rolling pastries, or serving large loaves straight from the oven. Many families kept one dedicated “pétrin” board—reserved purely for breadmaking—believing it brought good luck and good harvests.
Whether displayed leaning casually against a kitchen wall or used as a rustic centrepiece, this board adds instant soul and texture to a space. It brings with it the spirit of slow living: a reminder to take pleasure in simple rituals, to savour the process, and to surround yourself with objects that hold stories.
A beautiful, functional piece of French history — full of quiet charm and ready for its next chapter.
Size(cm): H65 D53 T6.5
*Our antique objects have lived quietly useful lives, and may show light, age-appropriate signs of use such as subtle surface wear or a soft patina. These details are part of their character rather than flaws. Each piece is carefully inspected and prepared before sale, ensuring it is sound, well cared for, and ready to be enjoyed.
This wonderfully timeworn French chopping board is a true companion of the old farmhouse kitchen — large, circular, and deeply rich in patina. Its generous scale and sturdy wooden planks speak of daily use, long before modern conveniences, when bread was kneaded by hand and meals were prepared with quiet intention. The two wooden brackets on the reverse not only strengthen the board but also hint at the careful, practical craftsmanship of rural makers who understood how to build something meant to last a lifetime.
The surface carries the warm, earthy tones of well-aged wood, gently darkened by years of flour dust, olive oil, and the soft scrape of knives. Boards like this were often used for shaping dough, rolling pastries, or serving large loaves straight from the oven. Many families kept one dedicated “pétrin” board—reserved purely for breadmaking—believing it brought good luck and good harvests.
Whether displayed leaning casually against a kitchen wall or used as a rustic centrepiece, this board adds instant soul and texture to a space. It brings with it the spirit of slow living: a reminder to take pleasure in simple rituals, to savour the process, and to surround yourself with objects that hold stories.
A beautiful, functional piece of French history — full of quiet charm and ready for its next chapter.
Size(cm): H65 D53 T6.5
*Our antique objects have lived quietly useful lives, and may show light, age-appropriate signs of use such as subtle surface wear or a soft patina. These details are part of their character rather than flaws. Each piece is carefully inspected and prepared before sale, ensuring it is sound, well cared for, and ready to be enjoyed.
