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Large 19th Century Primitive Wabi Sabi French Chestnut Mortar

$1,529.09
£1,100
€1,299.21
CA$2,083.51
A$2,346.74
CHF 1,215.29
MX$28,500.20
NOK 15,437.01
SEK 14,643.31
DKK 9,693.86
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About the Item

A monumental early 19th century mortar, primitively carved from a single piece of, now beautifully patinated, chestnut timber. French, c. 1800.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12.8 in (32.5 cm)Width: 25.01 in (63.5 cm)Depth: 18.12 in (46 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c. 1800
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6695241644912

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