Jan & John Maggs

Antiques and Art

An elmwood mortar and pestle

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Turned for utility and quite plain, the mortar was formed with little nuance from a heavy block of hardwood. For decoration it has only five rings at its bottom, albeit a deep, rounded one near the top. The pestle is turned with minimal detail, and is original to this mortar.

With an age split from top to bottom, a small chunk broken out from its base, and a dry, untouched surface, this is a great shelf piece.

Probably American, early 19th century

Diameter of mortar: 5 ⅝”; Height: 6”; Length of pestle: 9 ⅛”

Price: $145

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