Carved Marble Mortar
Updated September 5, 2026
This auction ended on September 13, 2026.
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| Lot number | 45a |
| Auction | September Timed |
| Date | September 13, 2026 at 5:00 PM EDT |
| Auction house | Broken Arch Auction Gallery NCFL#9399 |
| Location | Weaverville, North Carolina |
Hand-carved marble mortar featuring a heavy, weathered form with natural patina and four distinctive protruding lug handles or ears along the rim. The robust construction and traditional form are characteristic of European farmhouse and apothecary vessels historically used for grinding and pounding herbs, food, and other materials.
