S/3513 Antique Treen 18th Century Lignum Vitae Pestle and Mortar

A good 18th century lignum vitae pestle and mortar, the mortar of waisted form having two incised lines above a protruding band, and with reeded decoration below on an angled vertical foot. The pestle that appears to match, is of traditional form with a slightly patinated chip to the top. Both have a good colour and excellent patination.

Length of the pestle: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm.)

7 in. (18 cm.) High
5¾ in. (14.5 cm.) Diameter English Circa 1760