Vintage Pestle & Mortar | Medium

A beautiful vintage pestle and mortar, the kind of thing that looks as good on a shelf as it does in use.

Originally made for pharmaceutical and laboratory use, these heavy stoneware mortars were designed to withstand repeated grinding and were acid-resistant — built to a standard far beyond anything made for the domestic kitchen. That robustness is exactly what makes them so enduring, and so satisfying to use today.

• Pestle Measures: Length 18cm
• Mortar Measures: Height 10.5cm, Width 20cm

This is a vintage piece and is sold in vintage condition. Any signs of age and wear are part of its history and, we think, add to its charm. Please refer to all photographs before purchasing.