Austin, TX
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Antique mortar and pestle made by Thomas Maddock & Sons (3). Marked on the bottom T.M.S. Co Acid Proof. The …
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Antique mortar and pestle made by Thomas Maddock & Sons (3). Marked on the bottom T.M.S. Co Acid Proof. The company was originally founded in 1873 under Millington, Astbury & Maddock, changed to Thomas Maddock & Sons in 1882, renamed to Thomas Maddock's Sons Co in 1903 and sold finally the company was sold in 1929.
Bottom of the mortar are impressed markings of an "anchor and ribbon"
which is surrounded with the words "Thos. Maddock's Sons Co. Trenton NJ". Also, additional marks; "T.M.S. CO. and "WARRANTED", "Acid Proof" and "3". Mortar is in good vintage condition considering age with a chip on the lip/spout of the mortar. See pictures.
The pestle has a wooden handle with a ceramic tip and is marked with the same "3" showing that this is the matching original pestle. Pestle has a split in the wood. See pictures
The mortar is 4" high to the top by 6.75" wide, across the top, the pestle is 7.75” long.
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- Dimensions
- 6.75ʺW × 6.75ʺD × 4ʺH
- Period
- 1900 - 1909
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Ceramic
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Cream
- Condition Notes
- Overall excellent vintage condition considering age. Mortar has a chip in the spout and the pestle has a split in … moreOverall excellent vintage condition considering age. Mortar has a chip in the spout and the pestle has a split in the wood. See pictures for complete condition report. less
Austin, TX
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