Details
- Dimensions
- 11ʺW × 11ʺD × 16ʺH
- Styles
- African
- Period
- 19th Century
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Wear consistent with age & use, blemishes and imperfections will be present. These are not to be consider defects but … moreWear consistent with age & use, blemishes and imperfections will be present. These are not to be consider defects but rather part of its character & historical value. Shows cracks and discoloration. less
- Description
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A set of antique mortar and pestle from the Yoruba tribe in Nigeria. Both elements carved from single logs of …
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A set of antique mortar and pestle from the Yoruba tribe in Nigeria. Both elements carved from single logs of wood with a dark wax finish. This antique African kitchen mortar features carved breast on the body, which is a symbol of fertility. The long pestle has a face carved at the top end. Mortar: 11“(D) x 16"(H) Pestle: 3“(D) x 40"(H).
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