Late 19th Century Antique Southeast Asian Tribal Mortar Rice Pounder as Modern Coffee Table

Description

A low, rectangular-shaped, one-piece mortar raised on a rectangular pedestal base with a wide top and raised edges creating a … more A low, rectangular-shaped, one-piece mortar raised on a rectangular pedestal base with a wide top and raised edges creating a basin-like platform around a single, centered hole. Large scale mortar-and-pestle rice pounders of this ilk were used in Southeast Asia and India to de-hull grains, and one on this massive scale is likely from a very wealthy household.

In a contemporary home, this mortar makes a stunningly unique statement coffee table with a lovely, hard-earned patina.

Product Information:

Dimensions: 56” W x 22” D x 16” H.
Material: Wood
Style: Asian; Tribal
Condition: Very good antique condition with minor surface wear.
Shipping: $750.00 (to continental U.S.)



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