Antique Treen Spice Tower - specifically for cloves
- Jul 8, 2024
- 1 min read
This is an interesting piece of antique treen. Not the normal form for a spice tower, this turned lidded spice tower, turned from sycamore, was made to house only cloves. It still retains the original label on it.
It was lidded to keep it air tight to keep the spice in the best condition possible.
Cloves must have been used a lot by the owners of this piece of treen, to warrant a separate tower.
The container measures 14cm h x 4cm w.
Cloves were a popular spice in the 19th century and clove labels are often found on the traditional antique treen tiered spice towers.The cloves contain a strong anaesthetic known as eugenol which worked as an antiseptic to fight bacteria that may cause infections.It was also used to help dispel colds,as an antiseptic and to help in digestion to name just a few of its uses, besides of course being used extensively in cooking for flavour.
The original label makes the piece even more interesting and gives it a connection to its historical use. I appreciate how the airtight lid helped preserve the spice while also reflecting the practical craftsmanship of the period. Learning about the many traditional uses of cloves makes this small container feel like a fascinating glimpse into everyday life in the 19th century. After exploring this bit of history, I would enjoy relaxing with a quick game of Slope Rider.
This antique treen spice tower is a marvelous example of how specialized and elegant historical kitchenware could be. The specific focus on preserving cloves highlights the importance of spices in early domestic life and the beautiful craftsmanship used to store them. It is a fantastic piece for any culinary history lover!
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