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Vintage Dou Grain Measure in Elm Wood, China, circa 1940, Decorative Objects, Iron, Black, Rustic
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Vintage Dou Grain Measure in Elm Wood – China, circa 1940

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Vintage dou grain measure in elm wood, from China. A cereal measuring box from the first half of the 20th century. The dou (斗) was the capacity measure used to weigh out and share grain in markets and granaries. The four wooden sides are joined with fine comb joints and pointed iron brackets at the corners; two side lugs serve as handles. The front reads 較集官斗 (jiào jí guān dǒu) and one side reads 民國 (Republic of China) beside the numeral 參拾 (thirty), painted in black. The wood keeps a warm golden tone with the black ink still crisp, and the iron has a dark brown patina. On a low table, a shelf or in a kitchen, it serves as a container for fruit, kindling or plants. Details Ref.: AM29038-19 Dimensions: Length 32 cm – Width 26.5 cm – Height 17 cm Style: Rustic Materials and techniques: Elm wood; comb joints and iron strip Place of origin: China Period: 20th century Date of manufacture: Circa 1940 Condition: Retains the pointed iron brackets, the side lugs and the inscriptions 較集官斗 and 民國 painted in black, with the wear typical of use. Vintage, pre-owned piece with the wear and patina consistent with its age, which are part of its character. The photographs form part of the description and the dating (“circa”) is an estimate. This piece is part of the curated collection of Amaru Antiques, Barcelona. ONE OF A KIND PIECE Additional details: - Brand: AMARU - Material: Elm wood - Colour: Golden - Colour: Dark brown - Period: 1940s
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CategoryDecorative ObjectsConditionGoodColorsBlackMaterialIronStyleRusticHeight32 cmWidth27 cmDepth17 cmSeller locationGelida (Barcelona), SpainDelivery optionsDelivery or pickup

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Gelida (Barcelona), SpainOn Whoppah since July 2026 • 1 sale