Description

This is a beautifully preserved dash-style butter churn, constructed from staved hardwood planks held together with two iron barrel hoops -- the same time-honored cooperage technique used for barrels and buckets throughout the 18th and 19th centuries. The tall cylindrical body features a fitted wooden lid with a center hole through which the long dasher rod passes, topped with a turned wooden finial and fitted at the bottom with a classic cross-shaped paddle that agitated the cream into butter. The interior shows authentic use wear with residue scoring on the stave walls and a tapered funnel shape, confirming this was a working farm tool and not a reproduction. A showpiece of American primitive craftsmanship, this churn displays beautifully as folk art decor and would be a standout addition to any farmhouse, primitive, or Americana collection.

Condition

Please note all items are "as-is where-is"

Measurement

Terms and Conditions

1. All items are sold where is, as is.

2. Once payment is completed for item(s) won, the ability to schedule a pick-up time will become available. Scheduling a pick-up time is required.

3. There will be a $20 fee assessed per item not picked up at that time that will be collected prior to bidding again at our auctions. Unlike retail, we do not have the option to store your item. If the item is larger than a standard suitcase (22" x 14" x 10"), we will charge $50 to the card on file per item to move the item.

4. Please plan accordingly as items not picked up are considered "abandoned". Do not bid if you cant pick up this day.

5. You are responsible for ensuring you collect all items at pickup.

6. Legacy uses "Popcorn" or "Extended" bidding. This means if a bid comes in at the last second, it is extended 3 minutes. This is like a live auctioneer saying, "going once" to ensure all bids are exhausted prior to closing.

7. We charge a 12% flat buyers premium on all items.

8. We charge KY State Tax with the exception of vehicles which is collected at the DMV.

9. You must bring help to pickup any items. We can recommend movers upon request. Also, please bring tools for items that require disassembly.

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