17th to 18th century Spanish brass mortar and pestle. Measures 3.5 inches high and 4 inches wide. All original. To see a similar example go to Sotheby's European Works of Art, Arms and Armour, Furniture and Tapestries catalogue New York January 12, and 13 th 1991 item 234. As early as the 15th century mortars and pestles were used by Ancient Apothecaries to grind herbs to be made into medicines. Pronounced mortero majadero in Spanish. Shipping extra. Connecticut residents and buyers picking up in Connecticut add 6.35% state sales tax. Buyers outside the USA are responsible for any taxes,tariffs or customs that might apply. *** If you wish to see examples of similar items we have sold and/or appraised please go to our affiliate site www.OneofaKindAntiques.com and click the Archives / Homepage logo ***

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