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What is a chopping block?
A chopping block is a block of wood typically used to chop food or wood. Chopping blocks are typically made from strong woods such as maple, teak, birch, or walnut. Shop chopping blocks, sometimes referred to as butcher blocks, on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
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French Chopping Block, Circa 1920
Located in High Point, NC
Circa 1920 maple chopping block from France. The chopping block is round in shape, which is
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Vintage 1920s French Butcher Blocks

Materials

Maple

French 19th Century Billot - Chopping Block
Located in Round Top, TX
A terrific mid-19th century Billot - Chopping Block from the Provence region of France in painted
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Butcher Blocks

Materials

Oak, Pine

French 19th Century Beech Chopping Block
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This solid-plank French chopping block features beautiful simplicity and scale to use or display
Category

Antique 19th Century French Rustic Butcher Blocks

Materials

Beech

French 19th Century Oak Chopping Block
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Exceptional oak chopping block from France, 19th century. The solid wood plank is expertly carved
Category

Antique 19th Century French Rustic Butcher Blocks

Materials

Oak

French 19th Century Beech Chopping Block
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Straightforward in form and function, this chopping block from France is cut from a solid piece of
Category

Antique 19th Century French Other Butcher Blocks

Materials

Beech

French 19th Century Beech Chopping Block
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Milled and carved from a solid section of beechwood, this chopping block from 19th century France
Category

Antique 19th Century French Other Butcher Blocks

Materials

Beech

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