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19th Century Brass Pestle and Mortar

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Description

A fantastic large scale 19th century heavy brass pestle and mortar.

Pestle 33cm long.

Physical Dimensions
Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Declaration

Treasury Antiques has dated this Brass Pestle and Mortar to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1085631
Dealers Internal Reference
587
Dealers Notes

We are happy to answer any questions so please call us on 07969635908 or 07910111592. You will also find us on Instagram at treasuryantiques.We are open by appointment at our workshop in Wiltshire so do please call if you’d like to come and see our stock. Based near Bath, Owen and Lucia have a wide range of decorative antiques and furniture and are passionate about sourcing beautiful and interesting pieces for your home.

With many years of experience in interior decorating and in the antiques trade between them. Owen as both a dealer and conservator is a graduate of the prestigious West Dean College, and as a result Treasury Antiques takes a light approach to conservation and restores pieces only where necessary. Lucia, with many years of experience in the decorative interiors world is constantly looking for beautiful, quirky and individual pieces to add character to any home.

do please contact us with any queries you may have.

Description
A fantastic large scale 19th century heavy brass pestle and mortar.

Pestle 33cm long.

Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Date of Manufacture

Treasury Antiques has dated this Brass Pestle and Mortar to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1085631
Dealers Internal Ref
587
Treasury Antiques
Treasury Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2021

Sourcing beautiful antique furniture and decorative pieces for your home

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A 19th-century heavy cast brass mortar with a flared top rim and incised turned bands, resting with its matching brass pestle. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A 19th-century heavy cast brass mortar with a flared top rim and incised turned bands, resting with its matching brass pestle. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

19th Century Brass Pestle and Mortar

Archive II A 19th-century heavy cast brass mortar with a flared top rim and incised turned bands, resting with its matching brass pestle. View II
Archive III A 19th-century heavy cast brass mortar with a flared top rim and incised turned bands, resting with its matching brass pestle. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century heavy cast brass mortar with a flared top rim and incised turned bands, resting with its matching brass pestle. View IV
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Treasury Antiques

Treasury Antiques
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Near Bath
Wiltshire
United Kingdom

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A 19th-century heavy cast brass mortar with a flared top rim and incised turned bands, resting with its matching brass pestle.
19th century brass pestle and mortar
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A 19th-century heavy cast brass mortar with a flared top rim and incised turned bands, resting with its matching brass pestle.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectPestle & Mortar
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBrass
  • ColourBrass
  • MotifsFlared rim, Incised linear mouldings, Turned pestle waist
  • SizeH 17 cm (7 in) x W 20 cm (8 in) x D 20 cm (8 in)

FAQs

Pestle and mortar sets made from cast brass gained widespread popularity during the 17th through 19th centuries across Europe. They were standard equipment for apothecaries, alchemists, and domestic kitchens for processing dry botanicals, spices, and chemical compounds.

Historic brass mortars were typically cast in solid molten brass using sand moulds and finished on a lathe. The casting produced thick, heavy metal walls designed to withstand repeated concussive force without cracking or deformation.

Authentic period examples display signs of hand-lathe turned rings, asymmetrical wear patterns inside the bowl, and natural surface patination or oxidisation. Heavy weight relative to size and minor casting imperfections in the metal base also indicate historic production.

Interior designers frequently display metal pestle and mortar sets as decorative accents on open kitchen shelving, kitchen islands, or sideboards. Their warm metallic tones provide visual contrast when set against timber cabinetry, stone countertops, or painted backdrop walls.

Preserving historic brass requires gentle dust removal using a soft cloth and occasional washing with mild soapy water. Chemical polishes should be used sparingly if the historic aged patina and oxidisation layer are to be preserved.
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