Vintage Hand-Hewn Whitewashed Mortar Planter

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A thick-walled cylinder cut from a single block of wood tapers gently from base to rim, standing on four short … Read more A thick-walled cylinder cut from a single block of wood tapers gently from base to rim, standing on four short block feet with a round opening at the top. This hand hewn wood mortar planter wears a whitewash finish rubbed back in patches to the warm brown wood beneath, with scratches, a knot hole and the faceted marks of hand tools across its sides. Wooden mortars were hollowed from solid timber to pound grain and spices, and their heavy, simple shape has made them favorites as planters and sculptural vessels.

At 13 inches tall with a 4.5 inch opening, it suits a console, an entry or a spot beside the hearth. The narrow mouth holds dried stems, branches, pampas or a pillar candle, and the pale, worn surface brings a soft, weathered texture to rooms with wood, linen and plaster.

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