Description:

Collection of Four Danish and French Salt and Pepper Mills, circa 1960s
A collection of four decorative salt and pepper mills in turned wood, each with a distinct sculptural form. The collection includes a Peugeot mill alongside examples by other Danish and French makers. Made from light-coloured woods, with details in metal and dark materials.
Origin: Denmark and France
Materials: Wood and metal
Dimensions: H. 12–16 cm, D. 5–6 cm
Period: Circa 1960s
Condition: Good condition with minor signs of use.
Background: Peugeot has made mills since the 19th century and introduced its first tabletop pepper mill in 1874. The company became known for its distinctive grinding mechanisms and wide range of turned-wood models. During the 1950s and 1960s, wooden mills became popular household objects, combining practical design with simple, sculptural forms.