18th-century Apothecary - Rare Pharmacy Mortar

18th Century Apothecary Mortar and Pestle
Used in pharmacies manufacturing ointments, pills, and other concoctions in the 18th century.

Beautiful turned walnut body in the shape of a wide spool.

Set with a steel band at the base and under the mortar to contain the movement of this burr walnut piece.
Topped with a limestone mortar with handles, one of which is fitted as a spout for pouring liquids.

Very good overall condition.
No damage to the stone mortar.

Rare addition: A horseshoe-shaped steel support is fixed to the wood to allow the suspension
of small jugs or large containers when pouring liquids.

Total height: 85 cm.
Mortar height: 18 cm.
Diameter excluding mortar
- including handles: 42 cm
- excluding handles: 33 cm.
Diameter of the body at its widest point: 32 cm.

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