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A 17th/18th century English apothecary’s oak and wrought iron mounted crusher

$709.30per set

£520per set

€604per set

CA$977.24per set

A$1,065.82per set

CHF 564.60per set

MX$12,777.69per set

NOK 7,190.50per set

SEK 6,575.18per set

DKK 4,512.45per set

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A 17th/18th century apothecary’s oak and wrought iron mounted crusher This very rare and beautifully made early oak and wrought iron or apothecary’s chemists open ended crusher similar in use to a mortar and pestle is a rare survivor. The outer open ended case is made from brown oak held together with blacksmith made wrought iron collars which are finely finished with neatly chamfered edges. This outer part held the substance against a flat surface such as wood or marble whilst the other element which is also made from brown oak was the simple hand held tool used to complete the task of crushing substances ready for use within medicines and herbal remedies. English, circa 1700 Dimensions of both pieces assembled: Height 19cm x width 8cm x depth 8cm

Dimensions:
Height: 7.49 in (19 cm)Width: 3.15 in (8 cm)Depth: 3.15 in (8 cm)
Sold As:
Set of 2
Style:
Other (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Oak,Carved
Place of Origin:
England
Period:
Early 18th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1700
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Central England, GB
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU6434236900562

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