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Antique Chinese Chiseled Marble Kitchen Mortar, Early 20th Century

$380
£286.43
€335.02
CA$537.85
A$547.61
CHF 315.38
MX$6,598.31
NOK 3,659.95
SEK 3,692.67
DKK 2,504.13

About the Item

Hand-carved from a single block of marble, this small stone vessel is an antique Chinese mortar once used to grind herbs and spices in a kitchen or apothecary. The chiseled exterior has a raw texture and timeworn patina, in contrast to the hollowed interior that's now burnished smooth from daily use. Today, the rustic stone mortar layers into modern interiors as a storied candle holder, salt cellar or tabletop planter.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)Diameter: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Style:
    Primitive (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Marble,Hand-Carved
  • Place of Origin:
    China
  • Period:
    Early 20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: ZHB178C1stDibs: LU820050915162

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