Antique Primitive Czechoslovakian Wooden Trough - Extra Large Dough Trough - Gathering Trough - Worm Wood

With the purchase of this listing, you will receive the antique trough as pictured here. This absolutely stunning wormwood trough is extra large in size and was originally sourced at an auction house in San Fransisco. Czechoslovakian in origin, this beautiful trough is loaded with exceptional age and character. It has gained beautiful patina over the years and a finish that was been worn soft and smooth with age and use. Beautifully contrasting tones of wood from the inside to the outside of the trough. As easily seen in the listing photos, this trough has had a major repair during its lifetime. The metal strap installed on one end aids to secure a crack in the wood to prolong its function and use. Troughs like this would have had many functions which would have included, but not be limited to, gathering, storing and preparing food. Aside from the thoughtful antique repair, our favorite things about this unique piece of history is wormwood character. When you look closely at the finish you can see woodworm exit holes which would have been created while the tree was still alive and prior to being fashioned into a useable household necessity. This trough is very large in size, and heavy in weight, and would make for a stunning focal statement in your personal space and is perfect for both storage and display.

Measurements (approximate) - due to its wabi sabi nature, this troughs measurements range depending on the side measured:
33.5 - 34.75 inches long
18 - 18.25 inches wide
7 - 8.5 inches deep

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VINTAGE & ANTIQUE
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SHIPPING
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