Pestles like these, of very hard wood, were used to grind grain and other foods in large mortars. The patina on the wood shows years of use. These everyday utilitarian objects were both functional and aesthetically beautiful in shape and form.
Includes a metal mount.
The precursor of cuisinart!
Dimensions: 33 7/8" H
It is mounted on a 5" square metal base, and on it, it is 34 1/4" tall.
The diameter at the top is 2 1/8", and 3" on the bottom.
