Lot 170: Antique 1800s Thomas Maddock & Sons Co. Acid Proof Apothecary Mortar and Pestle
An Antique 1800s Thomas Maddock & Sons Co. Apothecary Mortar and Pestle, described as ‘Acid Proof’. This utilitarian set comprises a substantial, bowl-shaped mortar crafted from a light-colored, porous material, likely ceramic or stoneware. The pestle features a turned wooden handle joined to a bulbous grinding end, which matches the material of the mortar. No discernible maker’s marks or decorative elements are apparent beyond the item’s functional design.
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