Forest Green Marble Mortar and Pestle

Taking inspiration from classical Roman architecture, the Stadivm tray is defined by its architecturally ordered geometries and its complex structural virtuosity, emphasized by two s...

Versatile and elegant, this round marble tray has been designed to perfectly display jewelry and perfumes as well as to elegantly support cocktail accessories or serve coffee in your...

Small black Marquina marble mortar and pestle. Size of the mortar: diameter 12 cm x height 9; size pf the pestle: diameter 3.5 cm x 12.5 cm length. The product cannot be washed in dishwasher but needs to be cleaned with water or Marseille soap. It is certified for food use. It is a natural stone that tends to stain but this is part of the natural wear of the product. If you use the mortar for cooking, wash it immediately after to better preserve the object. Each piece is in a way unique (since each marble block is different in veins and shades) and handcrafted in Italy. Slight variations in shape, color and size are to be considered a guarantee of an handcrafted creation. This object gives a sophisticate touch to your house or restaurant making special every night and event. The mortar, as an object for percussion crushes, is born in the distant age for the need to smash and pulverize materials, even in the Bible it is mentioned. In past civilizations mortar was always made of stone to then appear in various materials based on the products to be crushed. This mortar recall the old object with a contemporary use: a decorative object, salt container...

Beautiful and rare black marble (Belgium blue stone) mortar, France, circa 1750-1850. Great eyecatcher. Weathered but good condition.