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Small Vintage Mortar & Pestle, English, Palmyra, Decorative Treen, Apothecary
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small vintage mortar and pestle. An English, Black Palmyra decorative treen or apothecary
Category
Mid-20th Century British Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Wood
H 3.15 in W 3.15 in D 3.15 in
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
Category
Late 20th Century French Modern Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Stone, Marble
Bronze Mortar and Pestle Set
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Solid bronze mortar and pestle features a deep mortar and heavily weighted pestle. The mortar has a
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Bronze
Mortar and Pestle with Funnel
By Tomoe Yokoi
Located in Fairlawn, OH
Signed and editioned in pencil by the artist
Edition: 150 (41/150)
Mezzotint on BFK Rives paper
Sheet: 19 5/8 x 25 3/4";
Image: 11 7/8 x 12 3/4"
Tomoe Yokoi (Born 1943)
Tomoe...
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1970s Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Mezzotint
Bronze Mortar and Pestle, Italy, 1950s
Located in Palermo, IT
Bronze mortar and pestle, Italy, 1950s
Found in a country house. Good conditions. The mortar has a
Category
1950s Italian Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Bronze
Big Size Apothecary Mortar and Pestle
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Porcelain mortar and pestle. Great for cooks or as an accent piece. Heavy duty. Mortar weighs over
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Porcelain
English Porcelain Mortar and Pestle #7
Located in Garnerville, NY
Porcelain mortar and pestle. Signed on the underside with the size #7, Acid Proof, Made in England
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1950s English Rustic Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Paste, Porcelain
Handcrafted Wooden Mortar and Pestle, Italy
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wooden footed mortar and pestle hand turned and carved from one piece of dense fruitwood
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Late 20th Century Italian Organic Modern Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Wood, Fruitwood
Mortar and Pestle in Solid Grey Granite
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Solid mortar and pestle made in solid grey granite.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Granite
Vintage Apothecary Bronze Mortar and Wood Pestle
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice vintage apothecary bronze mortar and wood pestle, circa 1950s. The piece is in good vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century American Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Bronze
1950s French Olive Wood Mortar and Pestle
By Alexandre Noll
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
1950s French Olive Wood Mortar and Pestle – Exquisite Brutalist Design
Bowl size:
19cm x 18 cm
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1950s French Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Olive
Chinese Floral Cast Iron Mortar and Pestle
Located in Chicago, IL
This vintage cast iron mortar and pestle from is from China's Shanxi province and is patterned in
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Iron
Chinese Floral Cast Iron Mortar and Pestle
Located in Chicago, IL
This vintage cast iron mortar and pestle from is from China's Shanxi province and is patterned in
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Iron
Jacques Lauterbach. Mortar and pestle in solid bronze.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Jacques Lauterbach, French artist.
Mortar and pestle in solid bronze. Modernist design.
Late 20th
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Late 20th Century French Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Bronze
Murano Glass Mortar and Pestle with Gold Flecks
By Murano 5
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Murano glass mortar and pestle with gold flecks.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Art Glass
Giant Mortar and Pestle Set Black Marble Polished Italy
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Italian deep black polished marble giant mortar bowl and pestle.
Mortar and pestle set has been
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Late 20th Century French Organic Modern Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Marble
Two Mortars with Pestles, Brass, Genoese "Pesto" Production, Italy, 1950s
Located in Palermo, IT
Two mortars with pestles, brass, Genoese "pesto" production, Italy, 1950s. Decommissioned from the
Category
1950s Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Brass
Jacques Lauterbach. Mortar and pestle in solid bronze. Modernist design.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Jacques Lauterbach, French artist.
Mortar and pestle in solid bronze. Modernist design.
Late 20th
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Late 20th Century French Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Bronze
Jacques Lauterbach, French artist. Mortar and pestle in solid bronze.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Jacques Lauterbach, French artist.
Mortar and pestle in solid bronze. Modernist design.
Late 20th
Category
Late 20th Century French Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Bronze
Jacques Lauterbach. Mortar and pestle in solid bronze. Late 20th C.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Jacques Lauterbach, French artist. Mortar and pestle in solid bronze.
Modernist design.
Approx
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Late 20th Century French Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Hand Turned Wood Mortar and Pestle 1950
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome Mid-Century Modern mortar and pestle hand turned from one piece of dense wood. It is in
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1950s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Wood
Traditional Spanish Set of Two Vintage Metal Mortar and Pestle, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Set of two vintage metal mortar and pestile.
Made by unknown manufacturer in Spain circa 1950
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1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Metal
No Reserve
H 3.35 in Dm 4.73 in
1950s Handmade Wooden Mortar
Located in Marbella, ES
1950s Handmade Wooden Mortar
The pestle measures 29 cm
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Wood
Chinese Floral Cast Iron Mortar
Located in Chicago, IL
Cast in iron with a raised floral design, this vintage mortar was originally used in a traditional
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Iron
Chinese Cast Iron Longevity Mortar
Located in Chicago, IL
Cast in iron with a raised design, this vintage mortar was originally used in a traditional
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Iron
Japanese antique table / 1900〜 side table & coffee table
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
pestle. Things are placed inside the mortar).
The table was made by fitting a black top plate into the
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Meiji Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Wood
Japanese antique table / 1900〜1940 side table & coffee table / primitive table
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
pestle. Things are placed inside the mortar).
This is a rare mortar table with a heavy and solid feel
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Taisho Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Oak
H 20.87 in W 16.15 in D 17.33 in
Brass and Steel Abstract Sculpture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This bronze and steel sculpture features a brass pestle that sits atop a steel mortar. Though not
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Brass, Steel
Vintage Lladro “Pharmacist” Hand Made Porcelain Figurine
By Lladro
Located in Naples, FL
sculptures. The piece features a pharmacist holding a mortar and pestle, adding a touch of sophistication to
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Late 20th Century Spanish Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Porcelain
Midcentury Still Life Painting by Gyula Pasky
Located in Winter Park, FL
a brass bowl, a copper pan, a brass mortar and pestle and four glass jars on a white tablecloth
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Cera's "Name Your Poison" 22k Gilt Barware Rocks Cocktail Glasses Neiman Marcus
By Neiman Marcus, Cera
Located in St. Louis, MO
Vintage set of Cera's "Name Your Poison" pestle & mortar form double rocks glasses, with apothecary
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Glass
Collection of 23 Moroccan SAFRON Mortar & Pestles
Located in Summerland, CA
A collection of beautifully patinated (and fragrant) Mortar & Pestles from the Upper Atlas. These
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1950s Retro Mortar Pestle
Pestle & Mortar Group. Contemporary blown glass sculpture
By William Morris (b. 1957)
Located in Stanwood, WA
Contemporary blown glass by world renowned artist, William Morris. This piece is featured in William Morris's 'Glass artifact and Art' book and has been part of his personal collect...
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1980s Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Blown Glass
H 15 in W 19 in D 21 in
West African Mortar with Pestle, Wood, before 1960
Located in Basel, BS
Mortar with pestle made of wood. West Africa
Provenance:
Swiss Private Collection, acquired
Category
Mid-20th Century African Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Wood
Vintage Rosewood Mortar & Pestle
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration a vintage mortar and pestle constructed with solid rosewood.
Unmarked
Category
1960s Unknown Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Rosewood
Set of Four Mounted Dogon Tribe Pestles
Located in North Miami, FL
Mali, were used to grind grain in large mortars. Pestles are individually mounted on black metal bases
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Mid-20th Century Malian Tribal Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Hardwood
Midcentury Greek Mortar and Pestle
Located in Dallas, TX
Limestone mortar and pestle from the Greek Islands, historically used for medicinal purposes or in
Category
1950s Greek Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Limestone
Stone Mortar and Pestle from Mexico
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Mortar and pestle from Guanajuato, 1980s. Original pestle 3.5" x 2".
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1980s Mexican Rustic Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Stone
Mortar and Pestle from Mexico, 1970s
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Volcanic stone mortar and pestle from the Puebla highlands, circa 1970s.
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1970s Mexican Rustic Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Stone
Mortar and Pestle from Mexico, Volcanic, 1950s
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Volcanic mortar (molcajete) with original pestle from Puebla, Mexico in its primitive style. Used
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1950s Mexican Primitive Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Stone
Antique Stone Mortar and Pestle Bowl Set
Located in Brea, CA
Antique stone mortar and pestle bowl set, great decorative item, or can be used.
Accessories not
Category
Mid-20th Century Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Cast Stone
Jacques Lauterbach, France. Mortar and pestle in solid bronze.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Jacques Lauterbach, French artist.
Mortar and pestle in solid bronze. Modernist design.
Late 20th
Category
Late 20th Century French Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Bronze
1950s Handmade Wooden Mortar
Located in Marbella, ES
1950s Handmade wooden mortar
The pestle measures 14 cm.
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Wood
Pair of 1960s Italian Pink Murano Glass Flavio Poli Bowls with Glass Pestle
By Flavio Poli
Located in Roma, IT
An extraordinarily rare and beautiful find. This pair of glass bowls (or mortars) are hand-blown
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1960s Italian Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Art Glass, Glass, Blown Glass
H 3.55 in W 5.12 in D 3.55 in
Japanese antique table / 1900〜1940 side table & coffee table
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
pestle. Things are placed inside the mortar).
It is a heavy and sturdy table that has a Japanese feel
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Taisho Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Wood
English Trade Mark M Ironstone Mortar & Pestle Apothecary Pharmacy Stone Bowl
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage English ironstone mortar and pestle featuring stone bowl and wood / stone pestle. Marked
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Mid-20th Century Rustic Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Stone
Modern Scandinavian Teak Wood Mortar & Pestle Set 1960s Karl Holmberg Sweden
By Karl Holmberg
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian solid teak wood mortar and pestle, circa 1960s, Sweden
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Teak
Midcentury Greek Mortar and Pestle
Located in Dallas, TX
Limestone mortar and pestle from the Greek Islands, historically used for medicinal purposes or in
Category
1950s Greek Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Limestone
Mortar and Pestle with Pears
By Glenora Richards
Located in New Orleans, LA
Glenny created beautiful miniature watercolors, mostly still life. This images of a mortar and
Category
1990s Realist Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Watercolor
Onyx Marble Mortar and Pestle, Small
Located in New York, NY
An onyx marble mortar and pestle, circa mid to late-20th century. A great kitchen or bar accessory
Category
Mid-20th Century European Modern Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Onyx
Swedish Porcelain Mortar and Pestle Blue and White
By Rörstrand
Located in New York, NY
A Swedish blue and stone-white porcelain mortar and pestle set, in the Scandinavian Modern style
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Paint, Porcelain
Extra Large Apothecary Porcelain Mortar and Partially Wooden Pestle
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Extra large porcelain mortar with pestle made of porcelain and wood.
A wonderful accent piece in
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Marble
Archimede Seguso Midcentury Venetian Murano Art Glass Pestle & Mortar
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
An unusual midcentury Italian Murano Archimede Seguso art glass pestle and mortar of square shape
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Art Glass
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H 1.97 in W 2.76 in D 2.76 in
Mortar and Pestle in Dark Green and Black Marble
Located in New York, NY
A dark green with traces of black marble mortar and pestle, circa mid to late-20th century. A great
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Marble
Traditional Spanish Vintage Metal Mortar and Pestle, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Set of two vintage metal mortar and pestile.
Made by unknown manufacturer in Spain circa 1950
Category
1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Metal
1 bid
No Reserve
H 2.37 in W 2.37 in D 1.58 in
Vintage Mid Century Ceramic Mortar and Wood Pestle Made in Italy
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Mid Century ceramic Mortar and Wood Pestle, Made in Italy
Traditional hand-crafted vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Ceramic, Fruitwood
Vintage Islamic Bronze Mortar with Silver and Copper Inlay, Tunisia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A large decorative Mortar and accompanying Pestle. The mortar is made from solid hand-engraved
Category
1960s Tunisian Mid-Century Modern Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Bronze
Japanese antique table / 1900〜 side table & coffee table
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
pestle. Things are placed inside the mortar).
The table was made by fitting a black top plate into the
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Wood
Cera's "Name Your Poison" 22k Gilt Barware Rocks Cocktail Glasses Neiman Marcus
By Neiman Marcus, Cera
Located in St. Louis, MO
New in box, unused vintage set of Cera's "Name Your Poison" pestle and mortar form double rocks
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Glass
Vintage Apothecary or Pharmacy “Pill Making Process” Glass Tile Mosaic, 1950s
Located in San Francisco, CA
through the process of lab-based pill making, from mortar and pestle, to microscope, to balance scale, to
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mortar Pestle
Materials
Glass, Wood
H 35.75 in W 12.25 in D 1 in
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Retro Mortar Pestle For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the retro mortar pestle you’re looking for. Each retro mortar pestle for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and stone. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect retro mortar pestle — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A retro mortar pestle made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made retro mortar pestle over the years, but those crafted by Murano are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Retro Mortar Pestle?
A retro mortar pestle can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $795, while the lowest priced sells for $68 and the highest can go for as much as $80,000.
Questions About Retro Mortar Pestle
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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, 2021The 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, 2021The 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, 2022Which 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, 2022Yes. 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, 2021The 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, 2023Whether 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.
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