Object number
51/631
Collection
Description
Pestle probably used with a mortar for powdering substances such as spices and nuts, or for softening meat before cooking.
This pestle was probably used with a mortar for powdering substances such as spices and nuts, or for softening meat before cooking. The bottom part which does the grinding is made of porcelain and the handle is of wood.
Physical description
1 pestle; wood and porcelain; good condition
Archival history
No Lavinia Smith No. recorded.
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Associated subject
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External document
- L:\MERL\Objects\JISC 2012\35 series negatives\Scans\35_526.tif - High resolution image
