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Large Gray Marble Mortar and Pestle from France, 1800s
Large Gray Marble Mortar and Pestle from France, 1800s

Large Gray Marble Mortar and Pestle from France, 1800s

Located in Dallas, TX

collection of a former pharmacist in Rouen, France. The original use of a mortar and pestle was to aid

Category

Antique 19th Century French Decorative Bowls

Materials

Stone

Small 18th Century French White Marble Mortar and Pestle
Small 18th Century French White Marble Mortar and Pestle

Small 18th Century French White Marble Mortar and Pestle

Located in Dallas, TX

collection of a former pharmacist in Rouen, France. The original use of a mortar and pestle was to aid

Category

Antique 18th Century French Decorative Bowls

Materials

Stone

Small 19th Century Marble Mortar and Pestle from France
Small 19th Century Marble Mortar and Pestle from France

Small 19th Century Marble Mortar and Pestle from France

Located in Dallas, TX

This small marble mortar and wooden pestle is from France and dates to the 19th century. It is made

Category

Antique 19th Century French Decorative Bowls

Materials

Marble

Small 19th Century Terracotta Mortar and Pestle from France
Small 19th Century Terracotta Mortar and Pestle from France

Small 19th Century Terracotta Mortar and Pestle from France

Located in Dallas, TX

This small terracotta mortar and wooden pestle is from France and dates to the 19th century. In

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Antique 19th Century French Decorative Bowls

Materials

Terracotta, Wood

Small 19th Century Marble Mortar and Pestle from France
Small 19th Century Marble Mortar and Pestle from France

Small 19th Century Marble Mortar and Pestle from France

Located in Dallas, TX

Bayeux This small marble mortar and pestle with ceramic is from France and dates to the 19th

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Antique 19th Century French Decorative Bowls

Materials

Marble

Circa 1800 French Marble Mortar with Wooden Pestle
Circa 1800 French Marble Mortar with Wooden Pestle

Circa 1800 French Marble Mortar with Wooden Pestle

Located in Dallas, TX

France. The original use of a mortar and pestle was to aid pharmacists in crushing herbs into powder for

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Antique Early 1800s French Decorative Bowls

Materials

Marble

Large 19th Century Black Marble Mortar and Pestle from France
Large 19th Century Black Marble Mortar and Pestle from France

Large 19th Century Black Marble Mortar and Pestle from France

Located in Dallas, TX

During antiquity, mortars and pestles were used to grind up herbs for cooking or by pharmacists to

Category

Antique 19th Century French Decorative Bowls

Materials

Stone, Marble

19th Century French Cast Iron Mortar With Pestle
19th Century French Cast Iron Mortar With Pestle

19th Century French Cast Iron Mortar With Pestle

Located in High Point, NC

This 19th Century French cast iron mortar with pestle is a compelling relic of traditional

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Antique 19th Century French Scientific Instruments

Materials

Iron

Deep Black Marble Mortar and Pestle from France, 19th Century
Deep Black Marble Mortar and Pestle from France, 19th Century

Deep Black Marble Mortar and Pestle from France, 19th Century

Located in Dallas, TX

The original use of a mortar and pestle was to aid pharmacists in crushing herbs into powder for

Category

Antique 19th Century French Decorative Bowls

Materials

Stone

Antique Pharmacy Mortar with Pestle, France, 19th Century
Antique Pharmacy Mortar with Pestle, France, 19th Century

Antique Pharmacy Mortar with Pestle, France, 19th Century

Located in Dallas, TX

The original use of a mortar and pestle was to aid pharmacists in crushing herbs into powder for

Category

Antique 19th Century French Decorative Bowls

Materials

Stone

Antique French Marble Mortar with Pestle, 19th Century
Antique French Marble Mortar with Pestle, 19th Century

Antique French Marble Mortar with Pestle, 19th Century

Located in Dallas, TX

During antiquity, mortars and pestles were used to grind up herbs for cooking or by pharmacists to

Category

Antique 19th Century French Decorative Bowls

Materials

Stone, Marble

Large Early 19th Century French Cast-Iron Pestle and Mortar
Large Early 19th Century French Cast-Iron Pestle and Mortar

Large Early 19th Century French Cast-Iron Pestle and Mortar

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

An impressive early 19th Century French cast iron mortar of exceptional scale. With a boldly

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Antique Early 19th Century French Industrial Serving Pieces

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Cast Iron Mortar With Pestle
19th Century French Cast Iron Mortar With Pestle

19th Century French Cast Iron Mortar With Pestle

Located in High Point, NC

Step back into a time of artisanal craft with this 19th-century French Cast Iron Mortar with Pestle

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Antique 19th Century French Jars

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Cast Iron Mortar With Pestle
19th Century French Cast Iron Mortar With Pestle

19th Century French Cast Iron Mortar With Pestle

Located in High Point, NC

This 19th Century French cast iron mortar with pestle is a superb example of both utility and

Category

Antique 19th Century French Jars

Materials

Iron

19th Century Large Cast Iron Mortar and Pestle
19th Century Large Cast Iron Mortar and Pestle

19th Century Large Cast Iron Mortar and Pestle

Located in Casteren, NL

Heavy, large mortar and pestle made from cast iron. Originates France, dating circa 1850

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Scientific Instruments

Early 20th Century French Bronze Mortar and Pestle with Masks Motif
Early 20th Century French Bronze Mortar and Pestle with Masks Motif

Early 20th Century French Bronze Mortar and Pestle with Masks Motif

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This French solid bronze mortar from the turn of the 20th century boasts its original eleven inch

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Antique Early 1900s French Scientific Instruments

Materials

Bronze

Antique Belgian Metal Mortar with Pestle
Antique Belgian Metal Mortar with Pestle

Antique Belgian Metal Mortar with Pestle

Located in High Point, NC

This antique metal mortar with a pestle was made in Belgium and displays a beautifully weathered

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Antique Early 1900s Belgian French Provincial Decorative Bowls

Materials

Brass

French Steel Mortar and Pestle, Louis XIII Period, Early 18th Century
French Steel Mortar and Pestle, Louis XIII Period, Early 18th Century

French Steel Mortar and Pestle, Louis XIII Period, Early 18th Century

Located in Atlanta, GA

From the Louis XIII period and forged or steel, the mortar with a flared top, ring decorations, and

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Antique 1690s French Louis XIII Architectural Elements

Large Late 19th Century French Black Marble Mortar and Beechwood Pestle
Large Late 19th Century French Black Marble Mortar and Beechwood Pestle

Large Late 19th Century French Black Marble Mortar and Beechwood Pestle

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This large black marble mortar from the nineteenth century is made from a single block of marble

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Antique Late 19th Century French Decorative Bowls

Materials

Marble

A Late 19th Century Wooden Mortar and Pestle
A Late 19th Century Wooden Mortar and Pestle

A Late 19th Century Wooden Mortar and Pestle

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A mortar and pestle carved from wood with banding detail. Originating from France c. 1880.

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Antique 19th Century French Late Victorian Jars

Materials

Wood

French Marble Mortar with Wooden Pestle, Mid-19th Century
French Marble Mortar with Wooden Pestle, Mid-19th Century

French Marble Mortar with Wooden Pestle, Mid-19th Century

Located in Atlanta, GA

Beautifully worn and patinated marble mortar with a pouring funnel on one corner, length of pestle

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Antique 1840s French Neoclassical Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Marble

Mortar and Pestle on Column - SOLD
Mortar and Pestle on Column - SOLD

Mortar and Pestle on Column - SOLD

Located in Atlanta, GA

Mortar and Pestle on custom made column ,sold together.

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French Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Mid-19th Century French Carved Patinated Bronze Mortar with Pestle
Mid-19th Century French Carved Patinated Bronze Mortar with Pestle

Mid-19th Century French Carved Patinated Bronze Mortar with Pestle

Located in Dallas, TX

Grind spices in your kitchen with this beautifully carved, antique mortar. Crafted in France circa

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Antique Mid-18th Century French Gothic Decorative Bowls

Materials

Bronze

Mid-18th Century French Carved Patinated Bronze Mortar with Pestle
Mid-18th Century French Carved Patinated Bronze Mortar with Pestle

Mid-18th Century French Carved Patinated Bronze Mortar with Pestle

Located in Dallas, TX

Grind spices in your kitchen with this beautifully carved, antique mortar; crafted in France, circa

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century French Gothic Decorative Bowls

Materials

Bronze

Mid-19th Century French Carved Patinated Bronze Mortar with Pestle
Mid-19th Century French Carved Patinated Bronze Mortar with Pestle

Mid-19th Century French Carved Patinated Bronze Mortar with Pestle

Located in Dallas, TX

Grind spices in your kitchen with this beautifully carved, antique mortar; crafted in France, circa

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Gothic Decorative Bowls

Materials

Bronze

Mid-19th Century French Carved Patinated Bronze Mortar with Pestle
Mid-19th Century French Carved Patinated Bronze Mortar with Pestle

Mid-19th Century French Carved Patinated Bronze Mortar with Pestle

Located in Dallas, TX

Grind spices in your kitchen with this beautifully carved, antique mortar; crafted in France, circa

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Gothic Decorative Bowls

Materials

Bronze

Collection of 18 Mortars and Pestles from a College Professor
Collection of 18 Mortars and Pestles from a College Professor

Collection of 18 Mortars and Pestles from a College Professor

Located in Atlanta, GA

A collection of 18 mortars and pestles of various shapes and sizes from the 18th and 19th century

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Antique 19th Century French More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Large Antique Gray Marble Mortar with Pestle from France, 19th Century
Large Antique Gray Marble Mortar with Pestle from France, 19th Century

Large Antique Gray Marble Mortar with Pestle from France, 19th Century

Located in Dallas, TX

collection of a former pharmacist in Rouen, France. The original use of a mortar and pestle was to aid

Category

Antique 19th Century French Decorative Bowls

Materials

Stone

Small Early 18th Century White Marble Mortar with Pestle from France
Small Early 18th Century White Marble Mortar with Pestle from France

Small Early 18th Century White Marble Mortar with Pestle from France

Located in Dallas, TX

collection of a former pharmacist in Rouen, France. The original use of a mortar and pestle was to aid

Category

Antique Early 18th Century French Decorative Bowls

Materials

Stone

Late 19th Century Treen Pestle and Mortar
Late 19th Century Treen Pestle and Mortar

Late 19th Century Treen Pestle and Mortar

Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex

Well patinated pestle and mortar, France, circa 1880.  

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Antique Late 19th Century French More Folk Art

Materials

Wood

French 18th-19th Century Apothecary Mortar in Black Marble with its Metal Pestle
French 18th-19th Century Apothecary Mortar in Black Marble with its Metal Pestle

French 18th-19th Century Apothecary Mortar in Black Marble with its Metal Pestle

Located in London, GB

Exceptional and rare, early 19th-century large black marble apothecary mortar with ears and spout

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Antique Mid-18th Century French Rustic Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Granite, Marble

French Mortar and Pestle
French Mortar and Pestle

French Mortar and Pestle

Located in New York, NY

A substantial French stone mortar and pestle set, circa late-20th century, France. Mortar is a

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Late 20th Century French Modern Barware

Materials

Stone, Marble

Large French Mortar and Pestle
Large French Mortar and Pestle

Large French Mortar and Pestle

Located in Houston, TX

This is a generous size marble composition mortar and pestle from France. The pestle has a wood

Category

Early 20th Century French Serving Bowls

Materials

Composition

French Stone Mortar with Fruitwood Pestle from the 19th Century
French Stone Mortar with Fruitwood Pestle from the 19th Century

French Stone Mortar with Fruitwood Pestle from the 19th Century

Located in Austin, TX

A handsome French mortar and pestle from the 19th century, featuring a turned pestle of fruitwood

Category

Antique 19th Century French Serving Pieces

Materials

Stone

19th Century Stone Mortar and Wood Pestle, France
19th Century Stone Mortar and Wood Pestle, France

19th Century Stone Mortar and Wood Pestle, France

Located in Houston, TX

This is a hand carved stone mortar and wood pestle from France. Mortars and pestles were used in

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Antique 19th Century French More Dining and Entertaining

Materials

Stone

Mortar and Pestle
Mortar and Pestle

Mortar and Pestle

Located in South Salem, NY

An early 20th century French white marble and pestle. The pestle has a wood handle and a stone base

Category

Early 20th Century French Decorative Bowls

Materials

Stone

Porcelain Mortar and Pestle from France
Porcelain Mortar and Pestle from France

Porcelain Mortar and Pestle from France

Located in Houston, TX

Found in France, these heavy porcelain mortar and pestles were once used in French pharmacies for

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Early 20th Century French Other Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain, Wood

Brass Mortar and Pestle
Brass Mortar and Pestle

Brass Mortar and Pestle

Located in New York, NY

French brass mortar and pestle. Heavy European bell weight brass. Dimension: Pot is 5" H x 4.5" W

Category

Antique 19th Century French Jars

Heavy French Bronze Pestle and Mortar
Heavy French Bronze Pestle and Mortar

Heavy French Bronze Pestle and Mortar

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Heavy French bronze pestle and mortar A good pair and ready for your kitchen The mortar is

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Country Urns

Materials

Bronze

Large Porcelain Mortar and Pestle from France
Large Porcelain Mortar and Pestle from France

Large Porcelain Mortar and Pestle from France

Located in Houston, TX

A generous porcelain mortar and pestle from France. The porcelain surface of the mortar is in

Category

20th Century French Scientific Instruments

Materials

Porcelain, Wood

Large Mortar and Pestle from France
Large Mortar and Pestle from France

Large Mortar and Pestle from France

Located in Houston, TX

A generous porcelain mortar and pestle from France. The wooden handle on the 11.5 inch porcelain

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Antique 19th Century Serving Bowls

Large Mortar and Pestle
Large Mortar and Pestle

Large Mortar and Pestle

Located in New Orleans, LA

This is a fine example of an ancient tool still in use today. The bowl (mortar) is made of hard

Category

Antique 19th Century French More Dining and Entertaining

Materials

Stone

Black Mortar and Handturned Pestle
Black Mortar and Handturned Pestle

Black Mortar and Handturned Pestle

Located in South Salem, NY

Black Marble Mortar 1790, with later wood turned pestle. pestle 12" height x 2" diameter.

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Antique 1790s French Decorative Bowls

Materials

Stone

Rather Large 19th Century French Limestone Mortar and Pestle
Rather Large 19th Century French Limestone Mortar and Pestle

Rather Large 19th Century French Limestone Mortar and Pestle

Located in Chicago, IL

A rather large 19th century French carved limestone mortar and pestle with two handles on opposite

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Antique 19th Century French Rustic Decorative Bowls

Materials

Limestone

Small 19th Century Marble Mortar and Pestle from France
Small 19th Century Marble Mortar and Pestle from France

Small 19th Century Marble Mortar and Pestle from France

Located in Dallas, TX

This small marble mortar and wooden pestle is from France and dates to the 19th century. It is made

Category

Antique 19th Century French Decorative Bowls

Materials

Marble

Petit French Stone Mortar with Wood Pestle
Petit French Stone Mortar with Wood Pestle

Petit French Stone Mortar with Wood Pestle

Located in Rümmingen, BW

A petit antique French mortar with a smooth surface and great patina, the perfect accent piece in

Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Planters, Cachepots and Ja...

Materials

Stone, Limestone, Marble

Antique Bronze Mortar with Pestle, France, 18th Century
Antique Bronze Mortar with Pestle, France, 18th Century

Antique Bronze Mortar with Pestle, France, 18th Century

Located in Dallas, TX

This bronze mortar and pestle are from 18th century, France. The mortar has very little

Category

Antique 18th Century French Decorative Bowls

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Marble Mortar with Pestle, 19th Century
Antique French Marble Mortar with Pestle, 19th Century

Antique French Marble Mortar with Pestle, 19th Century

Located in Dallas, TX

Although the first mortars and pestles date back to Stone Age cooking, during more recent centuries

Category

Antique 19th Century French Decorative Bowls

Materials

Stone, Marble

White Marble Mortar with Pestle, French, 18th Century
White Marble Mortar with Pestle, French, 18th Century

White Marble Mortar with Pestle, French, 18th Century

Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France

This mortar is made of white marble with a wooden pestle. This is a French work made in 18th

Category

Antique 18th Century French Empire Urns

Materials

Marble

Jacques Lauterbach, French artist. Mortar and pestle in solid bronze.
Jacques Lauterbach, French artist. Mortar and pestle in solid bronze.

Jacques Lauterbach, French artist. Mortar and pestle in solid bronze.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Jacques Lauterbach, French artist. Mortar and pestle in solid bronze. Modernist design. Late 20th

Category

Late 20th Century French Tableware

Materials

Bronze

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French Mortar And Pestle For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic French mortar and pestle available at 1stDibs. Each French mortar and pestle for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, stone and metal. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer French mortar and pestle, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A French mortar and pestle, designed in the Empire, Mid-Century Modern or Neoclassical style, is generally a popular piece of furniture.

How Much is a French Mortar And Pestle?

Prices for a French mortar and pestle start at $185 and top out at $5,750 with the average selling for $580.
Questions About French Mortar And Pestle
  • 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 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 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.
  • 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.