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African Mortar And Pestle

Fine Sculptural African Mortar and Pestle
Located in Bridgeport, CT
, African Mortars of this quality are becoming rare. Together the Mortar and Pestle Measure 12” diameter
Category

20th Century African Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Hardwood

Wooden African Mortar and Pestle
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Handcrafted in Africa, wooden footed mortar and pestle. Great patina this kind of Moroccan mortar
Category

Antique 19th Century African Folk Art Decorative Bowls

Materials

Wood

African Pestle & Mortar
Located in London, Charterhouse Square
Large mortar and pestle from late 19th to early 20th century, carved from single piece of wood
Category

Early 20th Century Mounted Objects

Materials

Wood

African Pestle & Mortar
African Pestle & Mortar
H 45.28 in Dm 11.42 in
Mortar & Pestle Table Lamp by Egg Designs
Located in Geneve, CH
Mortar & Pestle Table Lamp by Egg Designs Dimensions: 20 L X 20 D X 52 H cm Materials: Copper
Category

2010s South African Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel, Other

Mortar & Pestle Table Lamp by Egg Designs
Mortar & Pestle Table Lamp by Egg Designs
H 20.48 in W 31.5 in D 7.88 in
Modern, Articulated, Copper & Walnut Timber, Mortar & Pestle Table & Desk Lamp
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The modern articulated copper mortar & pestle light has a copper plated ball bottom with solid
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2010s South African Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Copper, Steel

Victorian Apothecary Box
Located in Northampton, GB
drawer opens to reveal a selection of apothecary tools including a mortar and pestle, a measuring beaker
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Victorian Apothecary Box
Victorian Apothecary Box
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H 7.48 in W 9.06 in D 4.33 in
Mukecha Stool/Table
By Jomo Tariku
Located in Philadelphia, PA
18 Mukecha is inspired by traditional African mortars of varying sizes used for grinding barley
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Stools

Materials

Ash

Mukecha Stool/Table
Mukecha Stool/Table
H 15 in W 13.5 in D 13.5 in

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Located in Mt Kisco, NY
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Category

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Materials

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Located in STOKE ON TRENT, GB
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Located in West Hartford, CT
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Category

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Materials

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Located in Leicester, GB
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By Cameroon Tribe
Located in Sharon, CT
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Located in Waxahachie, TX
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Located in Brussels & Antwerp, BE
Wooden African mortar with pestle. African country of origin unknown. H. 70 cm, Dia. top 38 cm
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Located in Basel, BS
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Materials

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Located in Woodbridge, CT
dried earth. The mortar and pestle was used to grind and mix these ingredients together for powders
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Contemporary Handcrafted Round 'Asanka Coffee Table', Side Table, Custom
By AMWA Design
Located in London, GB
and grind food in Ghana and many other parts of West Africa. Comparable to a pestle and mortar, the
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By AMWA Design
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Wooden African Mortar and Pestle
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Handcrafted in Africa, wooden footed mortar and pestle. Great patina this kind of Moroccan mortar
Category

Early 20th Century Moroccan Tribal Vases

Materials

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Antique African Mortar and Pestle
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Beautiful antique African wood carved mortar and pestle. Used to ground coffee, early 20th century
Category

Early 20th Century North African Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Iron

Large Primitive Pestle and Mortar, Oversized, Rustic, Early 20th Century, Naive
Located in Totnes, GB
A very large Primitive pestle and mortar, the mortar hand-hewn from a single tree trunk. It has
Category

Early 20th Century African Rustic Primitives

Materials

Pine

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Questions About African Mortar And Pestle
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    The best mortar and pestle may vary depending upon your individual needs. This ancient kitchen accessory is not only a collector’s item but also a sturdy choice for your grinding needs. Shop a wide range of mortars and pestles on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The purpose of a mortar and pestle is to grind and mash items. In kitchens, people use them to prepare fresh herbs. Pharmacists and scientists may utilize them to break crystals and other substances into powders. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage mortar and pestle sets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes. Mortar and pestles, which have been used since the Stone Age, are still used today by cooks, herbalists and pharmacists. The mortar is a bowl made of wood, ceramic, stone, or metal, and the pestle is a club-shaped instrument used to scrape, press and grind ingredients into the desired consistency. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern mortar and pestles from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The best material for a mortar and pestle is a solid stone, such as granite or marble. The enormous weight of these stone mortars and pestles will break down the materials, and they will be able to withstand years of pounding and grinding before needing to be replaced. Shop a range of antique and vintage mortars and pestles on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Whether wooden mortar and pestles are good is largely a matter of personal opinion. Some people like the feel of wood or appreciate how a wooden set looks displayed in their kitchen. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of mortar and pestle sets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    The best kind of mortar and pestle is really a matter of preference. The most suitable option for general use would be one made from a solid stone material such as granite or marble. Shop a range of marble mortars and pestles from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Which stone is the best for a mortar and pestle is largely a matter of personal opinion. Both granite and marble can produce durable sets. Some manufacturers also produce them out of stainless steel. You'll find a collection of antique mortar and pestles on 1stDibs.