Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique mortar and pestle duo. An English, ceramic and beech apothecary or cookery aid, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.
Of great proportion, across two generous mortar bowls
Displaying a desirable aged patina with light signs of use
Naturally finished ceramic a tactile delight, with crisp white hues
Quality turned beech handle to pestle shows fine grain interest
Each bowl engraved to base 'Warranted Acid Proof' and numbered 9 and 6
Impressive weight to each piece at 6.25kg (13.77 lb) and 2.98kg (6.56 lb) respectively
In the hand, the pestle feels substantial at 0.86kg (1.89 lb)
This is a quality antique mortar and pestle duo with a delightfully clean appearance and great size. As useful today as they were over 100 years ago, this duo will also make fine display items upon a kitchen work top...
Category
Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Beech Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass