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An authentic, large carved wooden mold for cakes, speculoos, or gingerbread, dating from the late 19th or early 20th century. (European folk art).
This professional-quality piece stands out for its superb metal edging (a tin-plated border), a rare feature highly sought after by collectors, which allows for clean cutting of the dough.
Details & Features:
Motif: A stylized figure in period costume, very finely carved (with beautiful geometric details on the clothing and shoes).
The metal border (tinplate/steel): Molds equipped with metal strips or a full-perimeter metal edging like this one are rarer than simple, all-wood cutting boards. This indicates professional use (bakery, traditional pastry shop) rather than domestic use.
Two intertwined or stylized letters can be seen, strongly resembling the initials of a sculptor (such as “JL” or “JT”), which attests to workshop craftsmanship or the work of a master artisan of the period.
A signature on a folk art mold is a major indicator of rarity.
Dimensions: Height 38 cm | Width 17 cm | Thickness (with metal rim) 3.5 cm.
Condition: Very good overall condition, with a superb, natural, aged patina on the wood. The metal rim is complete and firmly attached to the wood.
Ideal for a folk art collector or for an authentic and charming kitchen decor.
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