Antique French Copper Charlotte Cake Mold

France, 19th Century

Antique

Historic

Hard To Find

$195

No, it didn’t come straight out of a Parisian patisserie—but it could have. This antique French copper Charlotte cake mold, with its beautifully smooth sides and warm patina, has been professionally restored after years of use in a bustling kitchen. Once essential for crafting the iconic Charlotte dessert, it reflects 19th-century French craftsmanship where form and function met seamlessly. Now, it stands as both a piece of history and a striking decorative object, carrying the charm of generations of baking in France.

Dimensions:

5" H x 9" W x 8" D
Materials:

Copper
Weight Range:

2 lbs

This antique French copper Charlotte cake mold, found in Villeneuve-lès-Avignon, is a beautiful remnant of 19th-century culinary tradition. Charlottes, the dessert this mold was designed to create, were first popularized in France as a refined dish often served at grand dinners and special occasions. The mold’s fluted sides were key to shaping the dessert’s elegant form, while its durable copper construction ensured even baking and longevity—essential qualities in the bustling kitchens of the time. Villeneuve-lès-Avignon, a town steeped in history, would have been the perfect setting for a piece like this. Perhaps it hung proudly in a kitchen overlooking the Rhône, used for preparing desserts that marked celebrations or seasonal feasts. After years of devoted use, the mold has been professionally restored, preserving its legacy as both a practical tool and a testament to the artistry of French culinary craftsmanship.

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