Antique Mortar & Pestle Duo, English, Ceramic, Kitchen, Apothecary, Victorian

This is an antique mortar and pestle duo. An English, ceramic and beech apothecary or cookery aid, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. It is of great proportion, across two generous mortar bowls. It displaying a desirable aged patina with light signs of use. Naturally finished ceramic a tactile delight, with crisp white hues. Quality turned beech handle to pestle shows fine grain interest. Each bowl engraved to base 'Warranted Acid Proof' and numbered 9 and 6. Impressive weight to each piece at 6.25kg (13.77 lb) and 2.98kg (6.56 lb) respectively. In the hand, the pestle feels substantial at 0.86kg (1.89 lb). This is a quality antique mortar and pestle duo with a delightfully clean appearance and great size. As useful today as they were over 100 years ago, this duo will also make fine display items upon a kitchen work top. Delivered polished and ready to enjoy. We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques. Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.