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Large Mortar & Pestle
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Large Mortar & Pestle

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Millers Antiques
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A large freestanding mortar and pestle with a top diameter of 33cm, a very heavy mortar likely to be made in lignum vitae with a double ended pestle, some historic cracks however all in strong condition. Pestle size 58cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
70cm (27.56")
Width
33cm (12.99")
Depth
33cm (12.99")
Declaration

Millers Antiques has dated this Antique Wooden Mortar Pestle to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1241364
Dealers Notes

Millers Antiques 1-5 Church Street, Wooler. Northumberland NE716BZ.

Telephone 01668282308 or 07714332441

All measurements taken at the widest point.

Shop open 10-4.30 weekdays Winter hours may vary please call 01668282308 in advance.

Description
A large freestanding mortar and pestle with a top diameter of 33cm, a very heavy mortar likely to be made in lignum vitae with a double ended pestle, some historic cracks however all in strong condition. Pestle size 58cm
Height
70cm (27.56")
Width
33cm (12.99")
Depth
33cm (12.99")
Date of Manufacture

Millers Antiques has dated this Antique Wooden Mortar Pestle to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1241364
Millers Antiques
Millers Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Antiques since 1947.

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A large turned wooden mortar with ribbed bands on its exterior and a matching pestle resting inside.
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Archive I A large turned wooden mortar with ribbed bands on its exterior and a matching pestle resting inside.

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Archive II A large turned wooden mortar with ribbed bands on its exterior and a matching pestle resting inside. View II
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Millers Antiques

Millers Antiques
Telephone 01668 282 308 or 07714 332 441
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1-5 Church Street
Wooler
Northumberland
NE71 6BZ
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/millersantiques
Verified Since Sep 2012
Items For Sale 316
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A large turned wooden mortar with ribbed bands on its exterior and a matching pestle resting inside.
Large Mortar & Pestle
Ref: SA1241364
A large turned wooden mortar with ribbed bands on its exterior and a matching pestle resting inside.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectMortars & Pestles
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleRustic Farmhouse
  • MaterialTurned Hardwood, Wood
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsTurned wood bands, Pedestal base, Flared rim, Contoured pestle
  • SizeH 70 cm (28 in) x W 33 cm (13 in) x D 33 cm (13 in)

This large mortar and pestle is a freestanding item dating from 1920 in a rustic farmhouse style, fashioned from turned hardwood in a warm brown colour. The heavy mortar stands on a pedestal base with a flared rim and features prominent ribbed bands and historic cracks on its exterior. A matching contoured, double-ended pestle with a rounded finial rests inside the vessel. The mortar measures 70 cm high, 33 cm wide, and 33 cm deep, while the pestle is 58 cm long. This piece serves as a functional kitchen accessory or decorative display item, suitable for placement on a kitchen island or work surface.

FAQs

Historically, wooden mortars and pestles were used in both culinary and pharmaceutical environments to crush, grind, and mix herbs, spices, and medicinal compounds into fine powders or pastes.

Craftsmen typically selected dense, close-grained hardwoods such as lignum vitae, oak, beech, or fruitwood to ensure durability and resistance to wear during heavy pounding and grinding.

Authentic period pieces often show subtle irregularities from hand-lathe turning, age-appropriate surface wear inside the bowl, natural timber movement, and a developed patina from handling.

Large wooden mortars are frequently styled as tactile focal points on a kitchen island, open pantry shelf, or sideboard to add warmth and organic texture to contemporary interiors.

Clean the wood with a soft, dry cloth or a slightly damp sponge, avoiding soaking or harsh detergents, and occasionally condition the surface with food-safe wax or oil to prevent drying and cracking.
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