Raber Middlefield Antiques 9.21.26

Richmond Cedar Works Wood Butter Churn

This auction ended on September 21, 2026.

Start price: $10

Estimated price: $10 - $500

Buyer's Premium: 20%

Sold for: $150

Description

This is a tabletop barrel butter churn constructed of cedar wood staves held by two iron tension hoops. The device is operated by a hand-cranked mechanism consisting of a cast iron handle with a turned wooden grip. One face of the barrel bears an incised circular mark featuring a central anchor.