Grinding Stone

Some of his pieces are cut with a grinding stone or given a satin finish by sanding them, the shine of polished glass contrasting with the sensuality and the depth of frosted glass.

This large and impressive 18th / 19th century Mexican 'metate y mano' (grinding slab and grinding stone) is hand chiseled, carved and shaped from volcanic rock.

An exceptional Neolithic Stone grinding mill from Morocco, amazingly intact, very powerfull and decorative object, 8000-2700 bc

Armillary sphere on stone base, made mostly of 19th century pieces. The base is from a grinding and sharpening stone from the mid-19th century.

Primitive, hand-carved grinding stone found along the border of Puebla and Oaxaca, Mexico.

A Large Grinding Stone on a black metal stand (new).

A selection of small grinding stones on stands. Sizes vary slightly. Sold separately.

Grinding stone wheel on metal stand. Pink/gray stone with decorative carvings.

"piedra de moler" - grinding stone with beautiful patina. Was used to grind corn to make tamales and tortillas

Grinding Stone Wheels on stands. Pink/Gray stone with decorative carvings.

A central American stone mortar, grain grinder. This ground stone tool was used to process grain and seeds in the traditional Mesoamerican culture. It comes with its smooth hand-held...

Monumental in scale and presence, this 18th-century French carved limestone grinding stone has been reimagined as a sculptural object of striking simplicity.

18th Century grinding stone for pigments on a later 19th century stand.

Early 20th century Guatemalan stone matate, or piedra de moler - grinding stone.

A grinding stone from a mill with a custom made base.

This late 19th century mill or grinding stone mounted sculpture features a beautiful aged patina, mounted atop a steel structure stand.

This grinding stone became known as the "yatate no suzuri" (arrow Stand's grinding stone).

19th c.beautiful stone matate - grinder stone, used in grinding corn

Two slightly different grinding stones on iron bases. Left: 16.5" W x 4.75" D x 20.5" H.

Very old stone grinding wheel that still has its iron handle.

These tables were hand-carved in the tropical rainforest using heavy machetes and perfected by way of sharp grinding stones. Each piece is one-of-a-kind and bears its own soul with r...

Stone grinding wheel top supported by iron legs.

Very unique antique stone grinding wheel with pedestal from the 19th century.

The stone has been set onto a custom, round metal base.

Different products were milled in each region, which is why the size of the stones varies from place to place. Technical data Castilian millstone or grinding stone Material: Granite ...

Felix Muhrhofer expanded his craftsmanship in skills like welding, soldering, woodturning, casting and grinding stones to experimentally develop new methods of form and shape finding...

Felix Muhrhofer expanded his craftsmanship in skills like welding, soldering, woodturning, casting and grinding stones to experimentally develop new methods of form and shape finding...

Felix Muhrhofer expanded his craftsmanship in skills like welding, soldering, woodturning, casting and grinding stones to experimentally develop new methods of form and shape finding...

Felix Muhrhofer expanded his craftsmanship in skills like welding, soldering, woodturning, casting and grinding stones to experimentally develop new methods of form and shape finding...

Felix Muhrhofer expanded his craftsmanship in skills like welding, soldering, woodturning, casting and grinding stones to experimentally develop new methods of form and shape finding...

Perhaps used to serve tea or as a surface for grinding ink, the stone is ideal today as an elegant way to elevate an object, or left alone as a sculptural object.

Antique stone grinding disk from Timor. Set on a minimalist metal stand for display.

From China, comes this huge 46 inch diameter round hand carved mill stone from the 19th century or earlier period. This was likely a grinding base stone for a large oil pressing tool...

These were likely mill stones for grinding devices or grains. Dimensions: 10 inches diameter and 3 inches thick They are very old but in wonderful condition for age.

Drinking service No. 248 LOOS Design: Adolf Loos, 1931 for the Weiner workshop Manufacturer: Lobmeyr, Vienna Measures: Ø 8.3cm, H 29.5cm Mouth-blown muslin glass, lead-free ...

Hand-cut and ground red crystal bottle; an excellent lead crystal was used for its execution, which gives the crystal itself a high refractive index; with hand-crafted manual techniq...

Antique "metate" or grinding stone from Puebla highlands. 5 of these pieces were found buried and partially uncovered by one of my runners in that region.

Unusual antique garden sculpture of ten stacked antique grinding stones also known as millstones. Stacked, they create a very appealing and unique sculpture.

A pair of unique custom side tables with 18th century mill grinding stone bases. This pair of side tables have been custom fashioned from a segmented section of a 18th century mill g...

A magnificent antique mill wheel or grinding stone crafted from durable Yorkstone, this piece dates back over 100 years and bears the weathered marks of its storied past.

A 19th century European millstone grinding table. This fantastic little drinks table features an antique milling and grinding stone which rests upon a new, custom, black iron base.

Stunning Swedish Stone Table 18th/19th century The stone slab has been used as a grinding stone, once by traditional painters.

It also has a beautiful texture and is a visually strong object that will be a statement piece in any kitchen interior. The ball shaped grinding stone has a smooth surface and si...

No. 88,413) and Plate Page 11, Fig 461, shows another example with a corner cavity also retaining the ancient grinding stone.

This stone grinding disk is from Timor and was made from basalt stone, circa 20th century.

Antique vintage Millstones or Mill stone used in gristmills, for grinding wheat or other grains.

This sculptural eroded teak wheel was used in rural Java as the base for a pair of mill stones used to grind grain. It would have been mounted on four legs, and the mill stones, one ...

An old large scale sculptural teak grinding wheel support from Java displayed on a contemporary metal base This large rustic rectangular teak support was used in rural Java as the b...

Felix Muhrhofer expanded his craftsmanship in skills like welding, soldering, woodturning, casting and grinding stones to experimentally develop new methods of form and shape finding...

Felix Muhrhofer expanded his craftsmanship in skills like welding, soldering, woodturning, casting and grinding stones to experimentally develop new methods of form and shape finding...

From China, comes this large 21.5 inch diameter round hand-carved mill stone from the 19th century or earlier period. This was likely a grinding base stone for a large oil pressing t...

From China, comes this large 22 inch diameter round hand-carved mill stone from the 19th century or earlier period. This was likely a grinding base stone for a large oil pressing too...

From China, comes this large 21.5 inch diameter round hand-carved mill stone from the 19th century or earlier period. This was likely a grinding base stone for a large oil pressing t...

This is a truly exceptional set of 18th century Samurai armor that is sure to impress any collector or enthusiast. The patinated iron used in its construction has aged beautifully, g...

Ghurid Rulers Of India, Mu'izz Al-Din Muhammad B. Sam (567-602h). Gold 10-Mithqals/Dinars, Balad Ghazna 601h. Obverse: In Field: La Ilaha Illa Allah Muhammad Rasul Allah Al-Nasir L...

An extremely rare early Victorian 20-light cut-glass silvered mounted chandelier of exceptional quality the baluster thumb and radial cut shaft with lower shaft canopy and draping pa...

Rare commode in the style of Louis Majorelle with front and sides inlaid in painted wood. Two doors on the front that hide a cabinet with open compartments and small drawers in light...

c. 1870s/1880s; Japan Late 19th century decorative keyaki (Japanese elm) cabinet. This ornate, pagoda-inspired piece dates to the early/middle Meiji period in Japan and is construc...

This late 19th century covered jar takes its rounded shape from serving tureens used to serve soups and stews. Contrasted by a crisp white field, the lid and sides are decorated with...

Antique 19th century hand painted Chinese fan with mother of pearl faces, Qing dynasty, the fan features black and gold lacquered handled a colorful screen with a figural, hand paint...

This is an armour of samurai. It was made around 1900s in Meiji era. This armour was not used in actual war so it was made as decoration, because of that, it is in good condition as ...

Impressive sterling silver chess board medieval style chess set. The chess board, made by ARVAL ARGENTI VALENZA, was made in white marble and sodalite is supported by a STERLING SIL...

" lit à baldaquin " in walnut style louis XIII, period XIX completely restored for the filming of a historical film custom-made box spring and mattress new tapestry... the box sprin...

Flemish school, 17th century Orpheus and the animals Oil on canvas, 146,5 x 217 cm Provenance: South German private collection. On an impressive, room-filling format, this painting ...

An Important and Monumental Art Nouveau Ormolu-Mounted Ceramic "Exhibition" Vase, C. 1895 Spectacularly mounted naturalist vase; the base dressed and balustered, the neck finished i...