Lot 153 , An early 19th century turned fruitwood dry powder mortar and pestle

An early 19th century turned fruitwood dry powder mortar and pestle
Estimate £100-150

Height of the mortar including lid is 28cm. Pestle approx. 40cm long
Lid is split in two places and shows signs of old worm and loss at the rim.
The mortar has one large split as well as a few smaller ones, particularly to the base. It has loss to the upper rim and a dent to the body as well as several scuffs, scratches and dings, etc as well as signs of old worm. Pestle shows signs of wear to the larger end and also discolouration, scuffs and scratches


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Sold for £80