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Description
Since ancient times, apothecaries around the world have been using mortar and pestles like this one to grind medicinal herbs. … Read more Since ancient times, apothecaries around the world have been using mortar and pestles like this one to grind medicinal herbs. This finely crafted and sculptural vessel was cast in iron in the early 1900s and would have been indispensable to a Korean doctor in preparing remedies for indigestion, high fevers, headaches and other maladies. See less
- Dimensions
- 9.75ʺW × 9.75ʺD × 10.25ʺH
- Styles
- Asian
- Period
- 1900 - 1909
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Cast Iron
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Good condition, wear consistent with age and use. Good condition, wear consistent with age and use. less
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