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Large Mexican Cedar Mortar Sculpted Aged Wood Glass Top Table Mexico, 1940s

$2,500
£1,867.38
€2,164.93
CA$3,471.19
A$3,890.75
CHF 2,025.80
MX$47,507.78
NOK 25,720.32
SEK 24,380.55
DKK 16,152.72
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About the Item

Large Mexican Cypress mortar shaped from a single piece cut from the trunk of a large tree. From the faded color of the wood and the loss of paint and the losses to the sides and top edges I would guess it is old maybe 80+ years. The weathered surfaces, the voids, the worm holes and the skillful carved arcs that shape the four corners add to its overall appeal. The piece is stamped made in Mexico on one side. While there are open separations the mortar is solid and functional. Overall an interesting piece.
  • Attributed to:
    Wood Studio (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)Diameter: 30 in (76.2 cm)
  • Style:
    Organic Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1948
  • Condition:
    Replacements made: Base plate needed to have added piece to stabilize. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. Very Weathered lots of surface issues that add visual interest and do not impact the durability of the mortar for use as a table base.
  • Seller Location:
    Camden, ME
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: App 7971stDibs: LU898430373782

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