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What is a wooden mortar?

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What is a wooden mortar?
A wooden mortar is a traditional, usually handcrafted bowl used for making spice mixtures. Best preferred for their durability, wooden mortars help crush spices to a coarse texture, thus retaining their taste and essence to the optimum. Find a collection of antique and vintage wooden mortars on 1stDibs today.
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
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19th Century European Wooden Mortar
Located in High Point, NC
Transport your kitchen to another era with this 19th-century European Wooden Mortar, a culinary
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Antique 19th Century European Vases

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Large 19th Century Wooden Mortar
Located in Chicago, IL
A large 19th century Central American wooden mortar with a beautifully hand-hewn texture and a well
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Antique 19th Century Central American Tribal Decorative Bowls

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Early 20th Century Wooden Mortar from Argentina
Located in Chicago, IL
Early 20th century wooden mortar from Argentina Found in the frontier region of the country.
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Early 20th Century South American Vases

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Wooden Mortar and Pestle with Nail Studs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wooden mortar and pestal with nail studs - an attractive piece, used as a prop in the television
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Tribal Art

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Vintage Wooden Mortar, Planter, Tree or Root Base
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage wooden mortar or planter from a tree or root base. Not sure exactly what this is, maybe a
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20th Century Indian Pedestals and Columns

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Vintage Wooden Mortar, Planter, Tree or Root Base
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage wooden mortar or planter from a tree or root base. Not sure exactly what this is, maybe a
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20th Century Indian Pedestals and Columns

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Wood

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