Vintage Solid Brass Mortar and Pestle Dekalb Illinois and belonged to

and belonged to

likely used to simulate operation or illuminate internal components during sales presentations

) of California

and light oxidation throughout

Exhibits minor fading

Vintage Solid Brass Mortar and Pestle Dekalb Illinois and belonged toHeavy solid brass mortar and matching pestle featuring a flared rim, tapered body, and textured central band with integral rectangular lug handles. The underside retains visible lathe turning marks from the manufacturing process, while the pestle is turned with simple baluster style detailing. Mortars and pestles of this type were commonly produced for culinary, apothecary, and decorative use, with the substantial brass construction providing the