PSSR Accession Number: PSSR.34 (a-b)
Object Name
1. Hierarchical: T&E for Materials
2. Classification: Food Processing T&E
3. Object Term: Mortar & Pestle
Description: Straight sided pestle of single piece of wood with pattern of incised lines on exterior, interior worn smooth through repeated use, flat bottom. Mortar is a single piece of wood with curved end, pattern of incised lines and narrow turned handle.
Marked (yes or no): no
If yes, transcribe directly: --
Date of Manufacture: circa 1780
Company or Place of Manufacture: America
Materials: wood (appraisal identifies as lignum vitae)
Overall dimensions in inches:
1. height: 8"
2. width: 5 1/2"
3. depth: 5 1/4"
