{"product_id":"antique-rustic-french-mortar-pestle-set-31-2-x-71-2","title":"Antique Rustic French Mortar \u0026 Pestle Set - 3½\" x 7½\"","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis rustic 19th-century hand-turned wooden mortar and pestle is distinguished by its broad, shallow form, dark brown surface and pleasingly irregular hand-worked profile. The mortar rests on a gently flared foot and has a slightly projecting rim, while the visible grain, uneven turning and small imperfections give the piece a strong handmade quality. The wood has darkened with time and use, developing a deep brown surface with warmer reddish tones showing through in areas of wear. Inside, pronounced abrasion records many years of grinding and use.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e The accompanying pestle is especially well worn, with a smooth rounded handle and a broad working end that has become chipped and irregular through repeated use. Its darkened surface, scratches and losses add to the honest, utilitarian character of the set. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eToday, it would bring an earthy, rustic French country note to open kitchen shelving or a countertop. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition and patina consistent with age.\u003cbr\u003eApprox. overall 3½\" high x 7½\" diameter. Pestle is 6\" long  \u003cbr\u003eApprox. overall 9cm high x 19cm diameter. Pestle is 15cm long \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chez Pluie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54646114517330,"sku":"25769","price":579.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1166\/6698\/files\/DSC06895_6fceaf94-75cf-45f4-841d-6a1c0909a32f.jpg?v=1789033047","url":"https:\/\/www.chezpluie.com\/products\/antique-rustic-french-mortar-pestle-set-31-2-x-71-2","provider":"Chez Pluie","version":"1.0","type":"link"}