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Antique Massive Treen Pestle
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Antique Massive Treen Pestle

18th century
Sold 7 January 2026 · Mike Melody Antiques
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What a pestle!! It measures 26cms h and 25cms d.

A super turned wood pestle which will adorn any kitchen or other area of the home.

The pictures tell the story. Its certainly 19thc and possibly 18thc.

Would make a super unusual plant holder

The largest pestle we have owned.

The colour is good and there is no damage. Very slight crack on the base see pic .

UK postage included

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Lapada_cinoa members since1985

Establishedin1977 in chester

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Mike Melody Antiques has dated this Antique Wooden Mortar to the 18th Century.

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Description
What a pestle!! It measures 26cms h and 25cms d.

A super turned wood pestle which will adorn any kitchen or other area of the home.

The pictures tell the story. Its certainly 19thc and possibly 18thc.

Would make a super unusual plant holder

fig 1. A large, heavy turned wooden mortar with a stepped pedestal base and concentric reeded bands around the body, shown resting on a dark wood surface.
fig 1. Antique Massive Treen Pestle

The largest pestle we have owned.

The colour is good and there is no damage. Very slight crack on the base see pic .

UK postage included

All forms of payment including ccs etc

Lapada_cinoa members since1985

Establishedin1977 in chester

Date of Manufacture

Mike Melody Antiques has dated this Antique Wooden Mortar to the 18th Century.

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SA1157746
Mike Melody Antiques
Mike Melody Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2013

Combined 85 years of buying and selling quality antiques and still loving it.

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Archive I A large, heavy turned wooden mortar with a stepped pedestal base and concentric reeded bands around the body, shown resting on a dark wood surface. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Massive Treen Pestle

Archive II A large, heavy turned wooden mortar with a stepped pedestal base and concentric reeded bands around the body, shown resting on a dark wood surface. View II
Archive III A large, heavy turned wooden mortar with a stepped pedestal base and concentric reeded bands around the body, shown resting on a dark wood surface. View III
Archive IV A large, heavy turned wooden mortar with a stepped pedestal base and concentric reeded bands around the body, shown resting on a dark wood surface. View IV
Archive V A large, heavy turned wooden mortar with a stepped pedestal base and concentric reeded bands around the body, shown resting on a dark wood surface. View V
Archive VI A large, heavy turned wooden mortar with a stepped pedestal base and concentric reeded bands around the body, shown resting on a dark wood surface. View VI
Archive VII A large, heavy turned wooden mortar with a stepped pedestal base and concentric reeded bands around the body, shown resting on a dark wood surface. View VII
Archive VIII A large, heavy turned wooden mortar with a stepped pedestal base and concentric reeded bands around the body, shown resting on a dark wood surface. View VIII
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Mike Melody Antiques

Mike Melody Antiques
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Cheshire
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Jan 2013
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A large, heavy turned wooden mortar with a stepped pedestal base and concentric reeded bands around the body, shown resting on a dark wood surface.
ANTIQUE MASSIVE TREEN PESTLE
Ref: SA1157746
A large, heavy turned wooden mortar with a stepped pedestal base and concentric reeded bands around the body, shown resting on a dark wood surface.
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  • ObjectTreen Vessel
  • Period18th century
  • StylePrimitive Country
  • MaterialHardwood
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsLathe-turned rings, Stepped pedestal base, Cylindrical body

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Treen refers to small, functional domestic wooden objects made before the widespread use of plastic and mass-manufacturing. The peak period for these hand-turned utility items spans from the 17th through the 19th centuries.

Makers typically turned mortars on a lathe from dense, close-grained hardwoods such as boxwood, beech, sycamore, or lignum vitae to prevent splitting under heavy impact during use.

Authentic pieces exhibit tool marks from lathe turning, heavy patination from decades of handling, minor shrinkage cracks, and irregular wear patterns consistent with manual grinding rather than modern routing.

Interior designers often place primitive treen vessels on open shelving, sideboards, or kitchen worktops to introduce organic warmth, texture, and historical contrast to modern spaces.

Maintain antique wood by keeping it away from direct heat sources and sudden humidity changes. Periodically apply neutral mineral oil or beeswax to nourish the dry fibres without altering the historic patina.
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