Museum Collections
Luce Center
Mortar and pestle
Object Number:
1941.1115ab
Date:
1750-1800
Medium:
Wood
Dimensions:
Part (mortar): 5 7/8 x 7 1/2 in. (14.9 x 19.1 cm)
Part (pestle): 3 1/2 x 9 1/4 in. (8.9 x 23.5 cm)
Description:
Turned wooden mortar with ovoid bowl and square-domed foot; three incised lines around body and one around base; turned wooden pestle; cylindrical grinder; cylindical handle.
Gallery Label:
This mortar and pestle was found in Goshen, New York.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. J. Insley Blair
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.