South African Design, Past & Present

Timed Online Auction, 7 - 26 June 2024

Furniture and Metalware

Sold for

ZAR 22 278
Lot 14
  • Large Cape yellowwood meelkist, 19th century
  • Large Cape yellowwood meelkist, 19th century


Lot Estimate
ZAR 14 000 - 16 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 22 278

About this Item

Large Cape yellowwood meelkist, 19th century
63cm high, 153cm wide, 62cm deep

Notes

The meelkist or flour chest was generally bigger than ordinary storage chests as it was used to store large quantities of flour for the household. The interior was divided into different compartments for course and fine flour.



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