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Antique Medieval Tuscan Mortar in Nembro Marble, Italy

$1,921.58
£1,415.24
€1,600
CA$2,614.16
A$2,904.91
CHF 1,522.20
MX$35,623.48
NOK 19,414.79
SEK 18,264.72
DKK 12,180.55
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About the Item

Incredilbe apothecary Mortar in Nembro Marble, made from a single block of marble and dated back to the early 600 from Tuscany. It was used in the in apothecaries to grind herbs and spices into powder for food or medicine. Very unique and rare piece in great conditions considering the the period to which it dates. This highly sculptural and unique piece would be suitable today as a magnificent decoration on a table or mantle, or to grace the counter of an open kitchen design. Dimensions - Larghezza 30 cm - Lunghezza 30 cm - Altezza 18 cm Weight: 13 Kg.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.09 in (18 cm)Width: 11.82 in (30 cm)Depth: 11.82 in (30 cm)
  • Style:
    Medieval (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1700s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Roma, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3067331737482

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