A 19th Century Lwalwa Medicine Mortar
Updated August 25, 2026
This auction ended on September 12, 2026.
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| Lot number | 0009 |
| Estimate | $800 - $1,500 |
| Opening bid | $500 |
| Auction | Ancient & Ethnographic Art & Artifacts |
| Date | September 12, 2026 at 12:00 PM EDT |
| Auction house | TRIBAL GATHERINGS |
| Location | Quakertown, Pennsylvania |
A very rare example of a carved wooden mortar utilized by traditional doctors (diviners) as containers for preparing ritual medicines used to cure illnesses, protect the village, or ensure successful
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