Skip to main content
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 16

Antique Asian Teak Wood Folk Style Tree Trunk Planter Originally Used as Mortar

$1,250
£933.69
€1,082.46
CA$1,735.59
A$1,945.38
CHF 1,012.90
MX$23,753.89
NOK 12,860.16
SEK 12,190.28
DKK 8,076.36
Shipping
Retrieving quote...
The 1stDibs Promise:
Authenticity Guarantee,
Money-Back Guarantee,
24-Hour Cancellation

About the Item

A Primitive teak wood Folk style wooden tree trunk mortar from the 19th century with distressed appearance, ideal to be used as a rustic planter. Created in Asia possibly during the 19th century, this teak wood piece attracts our attention with its greatly weathered appearance and Primitive flair. Made of a cylindrical hollow trunk resting on a tree root style base, this piece was very likely used as a mortar to grind grains or plants. Showcasing two tones on one of the sides, this Asian 19th century teak wood folk style tree trunk mortar will make for a wonderful addition to any home, used as a planter indoors or under a covered patio, where its great character will bring a touch of undeniable authenticity.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)Diameter: 15 in (38.1 cm)
  • Style:
    Primitive (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. Please refer to the various additional photos for further condition detail and contact us with any questions!
  • Seller Location:
    Yonkers, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: YN7513 / FEA Home1stDibs: LU863932278562

More From This Seller

View All
Antique Indonesian Rustic Tree Stump Planter with Weathered Appearance
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Indonesian tree stump planter from the 19th century, with weathered appearance. Created in Indonesia during the 19th century, this tree s...
Category

Antique 19th Century Indonesian Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Wood

Antique Northern Thai Primitive Folk Teak Planter Made of a Hollow Tree Trunk
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Thai teak folk art Primitive planter from the 19th century, made of a hollow wood trunk with crooked lines and distressed patina. Found in Northern Thailand in the Chiang Mai region, this teak planter captures our immediate attention with its Primitive look and great rustic appeal. Made of a tree trunk hollowed...
Category

Antique 19th Century Thai Primitive Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Teak

19th Century Rustic Teak Wood Mortar Urn, Antique Planter for Vintage Home Decor
Located in Yonkers, NY
A 19th century rustic teak wood mortar urn, perfect to be used as an antique planter for a vintage home décor. This 19th-century rustic teak wood mortar ...
Category

Antique 19th Century Indonesian Rustic Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Teak

Teak Wood Rustic Mortar Urn Repurposed as an Antique Planter, 19th Century
Located in Yonkers, NY
A 19th century rustic teak wood mortar urn, perfect to be used as an antique planter for a vintage home décor. This 19th-century rustic teak wood mortar, with its rich history and st...
Category

Antique 19th Century Indonesian Rustic Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Teak

Chinese Rustic Vintage Oval Root Planter with Dark Brown Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese vintage root planter from the mid 20th century, with dark brown patina. Created in China during the midcentury period, this root planter charms ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Rustic Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century Rustic Wooden Planter with Tapered Body and Brown Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
This antique wooden planter, dating from the early 20th century, captivates with its rustic charm and simple, weathered appearance. The rectangu...
Category

Early 20th Century Indonesian Rustic Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Wood

You May Also Like

Mid-Century Wooden and Iron Tree Trunk Primitive Planter
Located in London, GB
A naive honed wooden tree trunk planter. Belgium, c1950s. Iron detailing to base. Ideal as a sub planter to hide a base or pot. Ideal to provide wabi-sabi character to a modern o...
Category

Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Primitive Wabi-Sabi Hollowed Oak Tree Trunk Vessel, Belgium ca. 1900
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Primitive Hollowed Tree Trunk Vessel, Belgium ca. 1900 A powerful example of primitive craftsmanship, this hollowed tree trunk vessel from Belgium is carved from a single solid sect...
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Belgian Primitive Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Wood, Oak

French Antique Patinated Wabi Sabi Wooden Hollowed Out Tree Trunk Planter, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare French decorative antique wabi sabi wooden hollowed out planter. In good original condition with some old repairs in metal. Dimensions: H: 56 cm / 22" W: 52 cm / 20.5" D: 51 c...
Category

Vintage 1930s French Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Oak

Nagaland Wood Trunk Planter, India 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Sculptural and functional, this rare wooden vessel hails from the remote highlands of Nagaland, a culturally rich region in northeastern India. Carved from a single trunk of what is ...
Category

Early 20th Century Indian Arts and Crafts Planters, Cachepots and Jardin...

Materials

Wood

French Antique Hollowed Tree Trunk Wooden Planter Vessel, Late 19th C. France
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Beautiful French antique hollowed out tree trunk wooden planter from the 19th Century in a primitive and wabi-sabi style. Good condition with some old repairs. Great piece that adds ...
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Wood

Nagaland Wood Trunk Planter, India 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Sculptural and functional, this rare wooden vessel hails from the remote highlands of Nagaland, a culturally rich region in northeastern India. Carved from a single trunk of what is ...
Category

Early 20th Century Indian Arts and Crafts Planters, Cachepots and Jardin...

Materials

Wood