S/3216 Antique Treen 17th Century Fruitwood Pestle and Mortar

A good late 17th century fruitwood pestle and mortar, the mortar has a chamfered rim with moulded turnings and incised lines, and a concave collar above a slightly rounded base. The double ended fruitwood tapered pestle has a central double collar and incised line decoration. Both have a lovely mellow colour and patination.

Pestle size: 10.25 inches (26 cm.) long

Sold 7¾ in. (19.5 cm.) High
6¼ in. (16 cm.) Diameter English Circa 1680