Grinding wheels have been used for thousands of years to grind pigments and grains. One of the earliest known examples of a grinding wheel comes from Java, an island in Indonesia in which they were made either from stone or a durable wood like teak. The stone or wood fragment was carved into a circular shape and a hole was drilled in the center to allow for mounting on a spindle. This large authentic teak grinding wheel has been repurposed as a decorative coffee table. Set on a custom painted black metal stand, this eclectic coffee table is the ideal accent piece for a rustic, transitional or modern home. The grinding wheel is antique and shows severe wear which gives it more of an abstract shape, adding to the unique rustic nature of it. The top has its aged brown wax patina with beautiful texture. Please note, table top is not even and might not be suitable to hold fragile items. Found in Java **Please bear in mind that colors of products shown may vary slightly from their original color due to monitor display settings or photography studio lighting. Specifications Material: Teak with painted black metal stand Dimensions: 34"D x 24"H Origin: Antique top with contemporary base; Javanese grinding-wheel tradition; repurposed teak grinding wheel on a custom metal stand Era: Antique top / contemporary construction Style: Eclectic accent piece for rustic, transitional, or modern interiors Condition: Wear consistent with age and use; blemishes and an irregular, abstract shape are part of its character and historical value Finish: Aged brown wax patina with natural texture
