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Early 1900s Moroccan Hand-Crank Coffee Grinder Silver, Brass Coins Functional

$900List Price

About the Item

This antique hand-crank grinder is made of tamarisk wood, with hand-engraved silver melange adornment, hand carved camel bone embellishments, and numerous antique coins. Entirely handmade, this grinder was used by southern Morocco nomads while traveling and crossing the Sahara desert. We sourced the item from Zagora, Morocco, where the item has been handed down through generations. The coins are pounded but two are identifiable as a bronze/copper Moroccan falus, dating them to pre-1901, as this marked the end of falus production. The front of the grinder has a removable drawer, with two coins on each side, one of silver the other of copper. The front has rudimentary engraved silver designs, with additional silver rivet accents. Both sides of the grinder have decorative silver designs with brilliant red pieces of coral in the middle. On the back, a large silver star is surrounded by four antique coins, the aforementioned falus. In the middle of the star there is a large malachite gemstone. The top is a combination of metalwork techniques: extensive embossed brass, hand-hammered by a native; repoussé silver mélange; and hand-beaded brass. Four triangles of camel bone are on each corner, carved with the traditional Moroccan evil eye. One side of the lid opens, and the brass handle turns easily. Used for grinding coffee or spices, this objet d'art is still fully functional. This objet d'art is entirely handmade by native Moroccan Berber artisans. It is early 20th century, passed down through generations of families. Morocco Early 20th century Approximate 1kg 50g.

Dimensions:
Height: 7.09 in (18 cm)Width: 3.94 in (10 cm)Depth: 4.34 in (11 cm)
Style:
Tribal (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques:
Brass,Cedar,Copper,Silver,Carved,Embossed,Hammered,Repoussé
Place of Origin:
Morocco
Period:
Early 20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
Early 1900s
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Vineyard Haven, MA
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU4404216579112

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