Etched Stone Mortar

c. 1900
$580 USD
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Dimensions
W: 8.0" D: 8.0" H: 6.0"
Materials
Limestone
Purchase Quantity
Collection #
TLB115A
Estimated Shipping
$75

This stone mortar from the early 20th century was once used in a provincial kitchen to grind herbs, spices, rice, and other foods. Hand-carved from a solid block of limestone, the mortar has a tiered shape that transitions from a square base to a rounded top. Etched lines pattern the mortar on all sides except for the smoothed interior, where daily use has eroded the original texture over time. Used as a decorative vessel or tabletop planter, the mortar's rustic form and weathered surface adds fantastic texture to the home.

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