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Fish Shaped Silver Plate Pepper Mill / Grinder by Tre Spade, Italy, c. 1960
$1,717.04
£1,250
€1,464.12
CA$2,359.13
A$2,565.81
CHF 1,359.79
MX$30,743.81
NOK 17,282.20
SEK 15,832.85
DKK 10,943.74
About the Item
A magnificent mid century whimsical silver plate and wood figural koi carp shaped pepper mill, made in Italy c. 1960.
Made by Tre Spade in Italy in the 1960s, this design is known to have been retailed by Gucci.
The body of the pepper mill grinder is made of wood with silver plated mounts. The upper fin detaches to reveal a hole where the pepper corns can be introduced. The pepper mill is operated by twisting the tail so that the fine ground pepper comes out of the koi carp’s mouth. It is stamped with the maker’s mark on the mill inside the mouth together with ‘Tre Spade’ and ‘Garantito’ (guaranteed). The plating has normal signs of age. The wood has a beautiful patina worn smooth over the years. It is a very tactile object and satisfying in the hand.
It is a delightful conversation piece for the table, sure to be the centre of attention. It also does its job extremely well: it is in good working order and the pepper comes out beautifully fine.
Tre Spade continue to produce high quality pepper mills to this day. The company describes itself thus:
“For over 130 years, Tre Spade has embodied the excellence of Made in Italy, combining innovation, tradition, and passion to create high-quality kitchen tools. Founded in 1894, the company has grown with the mission of offering premium, functional kitchen equipment, from coffee grinders to food processing machines. Each of our products is born from a passion for excellence, with continuous technological research that blends tradition with the future. Experience the excellence of our long-standing tradition, where the passion for quality and innovation enhances every moment you spend in the kitchen."
- Dimensions:Height: 3.15 in (8 cm)Width: 8.86 in (22.5 cm)Depth: 2.56 in (6.5 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1960
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: CCL2251stDibs: LU9676246941342
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