Rectangular mortar in porous stone

Made:
1000-1800
Rectangular mortar in porous stone, ovoid grinding hallow

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Rectangular mortar in porous stone, ovoid grinding hallow
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Rectangular mortar in porous stone, ovoid grinding hallow, incised crosses for decoration with traces of red pigment, possibly from Mediterranean, 1000 to 1800

Details

Category:
Pharmacy-ware
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A658829
Materials:
pumice, ? material
type:
mortars
credit:
Wellcome Trust (Purchased from Stevens)