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Timeworn Solid Stone Grain Grinder From Java. Sculptural Artifact c. 1800
$10,500per item
£7,968.49per item
€9,181.39per item
CA$14,834.83per item
A$15,895.28per item
CHF 8,526.70per item
MX$188,281.80per item
NOK 107,559.60per item
SEK 98,400.40per item
DKK 68,586.14per item
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About the Item
This antique stone grinder is a beautifully timeworn artifact once used to grind grains such as corn and rice into fine powder. Hand-carved from solid stone, its form bears the unmistakable marks of long, purposeful use—softened edges, a gently hollowed surface, and a patina shaped by decades of labor and flowing water. The erosion tells its story: years of movement, moisture, and repetition have transformed a utilitarian object into something quietly sculptural. The contrast between the rough, natural base and the smoother, worn grinding surface gives it a grounded, organic presence. Today, this piece transcends its original function. It stands as a striking sculptural object—an intersection of craft, history, and nature—equally compelling as a standalone art piece, a design accent, or a tactile reminder of traditional foodways and slower, handmade processes. Each imperfection is authentic, each curve shaped by time, making it a one-of-a-kind object with depth, weight, and soul.
- Dimensions:Height: 13.59 in (34.5 cm)Diameter: 25.6 in (65 cm)
- Style:Organic Modern (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:c. 1800
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Jimbaran, ID
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5881248406142
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