French Mortars

Early 17th Century French Mortar

Carved from pristine white marble, this 19th-century French mortar marries utility with elegance. The piece features a gracefully tapered conical base and is accentuated by four demi...

This small French mortar was sourced in the south of France.

This small antique French mortar was sourced in the south of France.

French 18th Century Marble Mortar

An 18th-century French carved marble mortar, rich with history and softened by centuries of use, its surface worn smooth with a patina that only 250 years of culinary tradition could...

An 18th-century French carved marble mortar, rich with history and softened by centuries of use, its surface worn smooth with a patina that only 250 years of culinary tradition could...

18th century gray stone mortar from the South of France.

Beautiful white marble mortar, France, 19th century. Weathered.

Beautiful large white marble mortar, France, 19th century. Weathered. H:15cm W:27cm D:27cm

French crackle ceramic dove mortar & pestle France, circa 1940s This petite mortar & pestle set is both delicate and darling Beautifully sculpted bird mortar has wonderful veinin...

Beautiful small marble mortar France, circa 1750-1850 Weathered.

Beautiful and rare black marble (Belgium blue stone) mortar, France, circa 1750-1850. Great eyecatcher.

Beautiful and rare black marble (Belgium blue stone) mortar, France, circa 1750-1850. Great eyecatcher.

A sensational 18th century mortar and pestle in iron with its base constructed from a solid block of walnut. A stunning sculpture for any traditional or modern surrounding.

The mortar with fleurs de lys decoration.

Beautiful and rare black marble (Belgium blue stone) mortar, France, circa 1750-1850. Great eyecatcher.

Beautiful small marble mortar full with small fossils. France, circa 1750-1850 Weathered.

An elegant and most charming French 19th century Glass mortar and pestle. This wonderfully utilitarian clear Glass hand blow mortar displays a voluptuous and refined shape with the t...

An elegant and most charming French 19th century Glass mortar and pestle. This wonderfully utilitarian clear Glass hand blow mortar displays a voluptuous and refined shape with the t...

A French 19th century stone mortar once used to grind herbs, grains, and spices.

Purple Agate Mortar and Pestle, France 1970s Elegant octagonal agate mortar and pestle with a smooth surface.

1950s French Olive Wood Mortar and Pestle – Exquisite Brutalist Design Bowl size: 19cm x 18 cm Height 14 cm.

Amazing and very rare sandstone mortar with its wooden pestle, France, circa 1650-1750.

Monumental patinated cast iron mortar made in France during the 19th century.

Beautiful white marble mortar, France, 19th century. Weathered. H:12cm W:24cm D:24cm

Beautiful marble mortar for crushing spices or just sitting as a decorative accessory. All items offered are antique, vintage, or mid-century and sold as-is. Expect natural wear, pa...

A large unique stone mortar from France, c. late 1800s. Heavy patina from age and use.

Lovely weathered hand carved Caen stone mortar. SW France 1850s. Ø 32 cm c H 20cm

A very handsome pair of Mortars from the South of France in Coade Stone.

A magnificent French marble mortar from the 19th century, an authentic and rare piece that embodies the elegance and refinement of French craftsmanship.

An early 20th century French white marble and pestle. The pestle has a wood handle and a stone base. Pestle measures 12"height x 3"diameter.

This small bronze mortar and pestle are from 19th century France. The outside of the mortar has been adorned with mascarons and geometric patterns that rise from chased sides.

Beautiful and rare limestone mortar, France, circa 1750-1850. Great eyecatcher.

Antique French stone mortar bowls sit at the intersection of functional kitchen history and rustic décor— These authentic examples are from France, hand-carved and show heavy wear f...

Antique French stone mortar bowls sit at the intersection of functional kitchen history and rustic décor—These examples from France were hand-carved and show heavy wear from grinding...

Antique French stone mortar bowls sit at the intersection of functional kitchen history and rustic décor— These are authentic examples from France that were hand-carved and show heav...

Handcrafted in France from richly grained olive wood, this mid-20th century mortar and pestle embodies the beauty and authenticity of traditional artisan craftsmanship.

An important 18th century French Arte Populaire monolithic wooden mortar from the Ardeche region of France.

19th century stone mortar from France. Hand-carved alabaster mortar in a conical shape with four handles.

Atypical 17th century stone mortar. These mortars were used to crush herbs for apothecary or herbalist use. Nicely worn surface, two of the four handles are still visible. This morta...

French, c. 1800.

A heavy and nicely textured mortar fashioned from Carrara marble, and originally used as an apothecary's tool, or as a pounding vessel in an 18th century kitchen. Weighty and solid w...

19th century stone mortar from Italy. Hand-carved marble mortar in a conical shape with four handles. One handle notched with a channel for pouring. Beautiful as a sculptural accent ...

This vintage mortar and pestle set, crafted from olive wood, dates back to the 1960s and was created by a skilled artisan. Exquisite brutalist design ! The mortar showcases a beau...

This is an antique chemist's mortar & pestle set. A French, bronze apothecary aid with beech and ceramic pestle, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

Antique French Apothecary Mortar and Pestle, Hand Cast Brass / Bronze, 17th / 18th Century.

Marble Mortar Made from Rouge Languedoc marble. From France, probably mid-20th century.

18th century gray stone mortar from the South of France.

18th century gray stone mortar from the South of France.

Very large marble mortar. Perfect for garden or home. All items offered are antique, vintage, or mid-century and sold as-is. Expect natural wear, patina, and imperfections consiste...

A unique example of the traditional French pharmacy mortar, this cast iron version is from circa 1800 and features a large wooden pestle (16 inches tall with a diameter of 2 ¾) with ...

18th century gray stone mortar from the South of France.

Late 19th Century French Limestone Grinding Mortar and Pestle on Stone base A set of roughly cylindrical stone elements stacked together : A top piece with central hole which was li...

Use to crush herbs or as a decorative accessory. All items offered are antique, vintage, or mid-century and sold as-is. Expect natural wear, patina, and imperfections consistent wit...

This nice mortar is made of white marble. This is a French work from 18th Century

This nice mortar is made of white marble. This is a French work from 18th Century