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    Cast in iron with a raised floral design, this vintage mortar was originally used in a traditional apothecary to create herbal medicines. The swelling shape allowed free movement of a pestle to effectively grind, mash, and macerate herbs and seeds in preparation of healing remedies. Beautifully aged with a rich patina, this iron mortar...
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  • Chinese Studded Stone Mortar, c. 1900
    Located in Chicago, IL
    This stone mortar from the early 20th century was once used in a provincial kitchen to grind herbs, spices, rice, and other foods. Hand-carved from a solid block of limestone, the mortar has a rounded body with a square base and a flattened rim. A studded border patterns the top rim and raised elements at each corner add intrigue to the otherwise simple design. With minimalist appeal and natural textures, the mortar is fantastic as a decorative vessel or a tabletop planter...
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  • 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 apothecary to create herbal medicines. The swelling shape allowed free movement of a pestl...
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    Mid-20th Century Chinese Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

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  • Chinese Floral Cast Iron Mortar
    Located in Chicago, IL
    Cast in iron with a raised floral design, this vintage mortar was once used in a traditional apothecary to create herbal medicines. Beautifully aged with a rich patina, the footed mo...
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    Mid-20th Century Chinese Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

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    Iron

  • Chinese Etched Stone Mortar, c. 1900
    Located in Chicago, IL
    This stone mortar from the early 20th century was once used in a provincial kitchen to grind herbs, spices, rice, and other foods. Hand-carved from a solid block of limestone, the mortar has a tiered shape that transitions from a square base to a rounded top. Etched lines pattern the mortar on all sides except for the smoothed interior, where daily use has eroded the original texture over time. Used as a decorative vessel or tabletop planter...
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    Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

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  • Chinese Stone Kitchen Mortar, c. 1800
    Located in Chicago, IL
    Carved from a single block of limestone, this stone vessel is an early 19th century mortar once used to grind spices, herbs, and other condiments. The hand chiseled, rustic exterior ...
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    Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Rustic Planters, Cachepots and Jardin...

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