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Antique Primitive Indonesian Lesung Mortar Sculpture
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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)
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- 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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