Jan & John Maggs

Antiques and Art

A hardwood mortar with pestle

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Turned from a single block of wood, the mortar has a proud base and a graceful waist below its hollow bowl. Scribe lines and age cracks contribute to its character and appeal.

Probably American, ca. 1800

Height: 6”; Diameter of base: 4 ½”; Length of pestle: 8 ½:

December sale price: $45

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