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Antique Mortar and Pestle, English, Walnut, Apothecary, Kitchen Aid, Victorian
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Antique Mortar and Pestle, English, Walnut, Apothecary, Kitchen Aid, Victorian

19th century
Sold 19 February 2026 · London Fine Antiques
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Description

This is an antique turned mortar and pestle. An English, black walnut apothecary or kitchen aid, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

Delightfully tactile set, with great colour and display appeal

Presents a desirable aged patina and in good order

Striking black walnut presents deep hues and fine grain interest

Turned form accentuated with concentric bands and raised upon a circular foot

Appealing pestle with shaped handle and tapering profile

This is a fine antique turned mortar and pestle, with wonderful colour and a pleasingly tactile finish. Delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 11.5cm (4.5'')

Max Depth: 11.5cm (4.5'')

Mortar Height: 19cm (7.5'')

Height with Pestle: 34cm (13.5'')

Pestle Diameter: 4.5cm (1.75'')

Pestle Length: 29cm (11.5'')

Physical Dimensions
Height
34cm (13.39")
Width
11.5cm (4.53")
Depth
11.5cm (4.53")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Wooden Mortar to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1088200
Dealers Internal Reference
24616
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Description
This is an antique turned mortar and pestle. An English, black walnut apothecary or kitchen aid, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

Delightfully tactile set, with great colour and display appeal

fig 1. A dark brown turned walnut mortar and pestle sits upright against a neutral gradient background.
fig 1. Antique Mortar and Pestle, English, Walnut, Apothecary, Kitchen Aid, Victorian

Presents a desirable aged patina and in good order

Striking black walnut presents deep hues and fine grain interest

Turned form accentuated with concentric bands and raised upon a circular foot

Appealing pestle with shaped handle and tapering profile

“
This is a fine antique turned mortar and pestle, with wonderful colour and a pleasingly tactile finish.
London Fine Antiques

Delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 11.5cm (4.5'')

Max Depth: 11.5cm (4.5'')

Mortar Height: 19cm (7.5'')

Height with Pestle: 34cm (13.5'')

Pestle Diameter: 4.5cm (1.75'')

Pestle Length: 29cm (11.5'')

Height
34cm (13.39")
Width
11.5cm (4.53")
Depth
11.5cm (4.53")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Wooden Mortar to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1088200
Dealers Internal Ref
24616
London Fine Antiques
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Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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Archive I A dark brown turned walnut mortar and pestle sits upright against a neutral gradient background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Mortar and Pestle, English, Walnut, Apothecary, Kitchen Aid, Victorian

Archive II A dark brown turned walnut mortar and pestle sits upright against a neutral gradient background. View II
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A dark brown turned walnut mortar and pestle sits upright against a neutral gradient background.
Antique Mortar and Pestle, English, Walnut, Apothecary, Kitchen Aid, Victorian
Ref: SA1088200
A dark brown turned walnut mortar and pestle sits upright against a neutral gradient background.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectMortar and Pestle
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWalnut
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsLathe-turned rings, Pedestal base, Flared bowl rim, Conical pestle
  • SizeH 34 cm (13 in) x W 11.5 cm (5 in) x D 11.5 cm (5 in)

FAQs

Wooden mortars and pestles have been utilised for centuries by apothecaries, herbalists, and in domestic kitchens for crushing, grinding, and mixing dry herbs, spices, and medical ingredients before the advent of automated manufacturing.

While stone, brass, and ceramic were common in formal dispensaries, turned hardwoods such as walnut, lignum vitae, boxwood, and oak were favoured for domestic and herbalist applications due to their durability and dense grain.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit hand-turned tool marks, deep patination from handling and plant oils, shrinkage cracks consistent with age, and dense, heavy hardwoods that predate modern laminates and softwoods.

These pieces function well as sculptural display items on kitchen open shelving, sideboards, or mantels, introducing natural texture and historical character to contemporary and rustic spaces.

To preserve the timber and historic finish, keep the object away from direct heat sources and moisture, and periodically treat the wood with a neutral microcrystalline wax or food-safe mineral oil to prevent drying and splitting.
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