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19th Century French Marble Mortar
$900
$1,20025% Off
£685.66
£914.2225% Off
€790.60
€1,054.1325% Off
CA$1,259.53
CA$1,679.3825% Off
A$1,407.32
A$1,876.4225% Off
CHF 736.18
CHF 981.5825% Off
MX$17,258.22
MX$23,010.9625% Off
NOK 9,407.02
NOK 12,542.6925% Off
SEK 8,920.35
SEK 11,893.7925% Off
DKK 5,900.64
DKK 7,867.5325% Off
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About the Item
A 19th-century French carved marble mortar, rich with history and softened by centuries of use, its surface worn smooth with a patina that only 250 years of culinary tradition could impart. Once an essential tool in the bustling kitchen of a grand château, this substantial vessel now lends its timeless charm to modern interiors. Its generous proportions make it perfect for holding fresh fruits and vegetables on a kitchen island, or as a striking centerpiece on a dining table, cradling a lush orchid. Outdoors, it transforms into an elegant planter, ideal for fragrant herbs or sculptural succulents. Left empty, it commands attention on an entry console, an understated yet powerful statement of antiquity and beauty. Whether styled with organic simplicity or filled with seasonal abundance, this rare marble mortar is a versatile treasure—one that carries the soul of the past while effortlessly enhancing contemporary living spaces.
- Dimensions:Height: 6 in (15.24 cm)Width: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Depth: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)
- Style:Beaux Arts (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:19th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Chicago, IL
- Reference Number:Seller: RIGHTPROPER33241stDibs: LU3738343573362
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