Mark Seabrook Antiques has dated this piece to the 18th Century.
...it also retains the original pestle, which is so pleasing as many have unfortunately lost the pestle....the mortar is in very good condition and you can see from the pictures some faint hairline cracks, which probably happened when it was turned, as they are only on the surface of the solid base and not in the hollow body....plus they were closed up a long time ago and now just enhance the piece....wonderful colour and patination.
English. C1770-90.
Mark Seabrook Antiques has dated this piece to the 18th Century.
Specialising in 17/18thc oak & country furniture, antique treen, early metalware & english pottery.
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