Monumental Primitive Teak & Metal Mortar

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This exceptional piece of Primitive Treenware is a genuinely monumental find. With its impressive 17-inch height, this vessel was likely … Read more This exceptional piece of Primitive Treenware is a genuinely monumental find. With its impressive 17-inch height, this vessel was likely used as a heavy-duty grain or rice mortar in a communal setting, designed for continuous, powerful use. Dating to the late 19th or early 20th Century, its solid hardwood construction is reinforced with industrial metal banding near the top and bottom, which prevented the wood from splitting under heavy impact. This raw, robust engineering creates a stunning contrast with the warm wood surface. The lighter, heavily textured patina and the subtly indented center profile speak to its demanding history and give it a clean, almost Shaker-like architectural quality.

This piece is not just decor; it's a statement piece of Primitive Furniture. Its extreme size and solid, barrel-like stability make it perfect for interiors focused on Organic Modernism, Wabi-Sabi, or Maximalist Eclecticism.

Use it as a Grand Side Table: This is the most compelling use. Its 17-inch height is perfect as an occasional table next to a low sofa or chair. Simply top it with a custom-cut 14 to 16-inch circular slab of limestone, white marble, or thick live-edge wood to create a stunning, custom-built side table. Or make it a Freestanding Sculptural Accent: Place it in a high-traffic area, like an entryway or next to a fireplace, and use it as an impressive vessel for tall, sculptural branches or dry botanicals to add immediate, grounded texture to the space. See less