Code: J22512
A superb,19th century, red marble mortar with an ash pestle. This is a particularly beautiful colour of marble with the red ranging from a pale, almost pink, through to a deep burgundy, with the addition of the white flecking. It has a well polished surface, is Italian and dates from c.1820. The pestle is turned from ash and has a lovely patina. There is very slight chipping to the rim of the mortar, consistent with use, but generally it is in very good condition.The pestle is in excellent condition.
Dimensions: Mortar: Width 26.5cm. Height 15.5cm. Pestle: Length 27.4cm. Diameter 6cm.
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