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Antique Primitive Indonesian Lesung Mortar Sculpture

About the Item

For your consideration is this primitive Indonesian lesung mortar which has been mounted with two steel, leg-like rods onto a black wooden rectangular base. The lesung mortar is a traditional, now archaic, tool used to hull rice. It is constructed of solid, most likely teak, wood whose surface shows a beautiful aged patina throughout. At 37.75" tall and weighing over 42 pounds, it has strong presence in any room. This example dates from the early part of the 20th century.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 39.75 in (100.97 cm)Width: 13.5 in (34.29 cm)Depth: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)
  • Style:
    Primitive (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1920s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Structurally excellent with no significant flaws. Some paint scuffs as pictured. Shows correct patina for age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Brooklyn, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU949538645002

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