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19th C. Massive Italian Marble Pharmacy Mortar

$3,723.06
£2,742.02
€3,100
CA$5,064.93
A$5,628.25
CHF 2,949.26
MX$69,020.50
NOK 37,616.15
SEK 35,387.89
DKK 23,599.82
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About the Item

A spectacular 17th century marble pharmacy mortar from Italy. A large pestle would have been used to crush and grind a variety of substances into fine powders or paste creating various remedies.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.91 in (15 cm)Diameter: 11.03 in (28 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Palermo, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8379234539182

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