Francisco Álvarez

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Splendid antique mortar in Carrara White marble, hand-carved and characterized by an archaic, primitive shape with great decorative charm.
The piece features a simple yet very elegant finish, with four slightly suggested side grips and a beautiful natural patina due to time and use.
The interior preserves evident traces of ancient wear and sedimentations that attest to its authenticity and original function.
Perfect as a collectible piece, a decorative element for rustic interiors, historic kitchens, or spaces with a wabi-sabi and minimalist taste.
Excellent overall condition, with normal signs of time and use consistent with the object's age.
Technical data
Manufacturer: Italian Manufacture
Model: Antique mortar in Carrara marble
Year: 18th – 19th century
Material: Carrara White Marble
Condition: Excellent overall condition
Dimensions: H 13 cm × Ø 24.5 cm
Weight: 5.2 kg
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Splendido antico mortaio in marmo Bianco di Carrara, scolpito a mano e caratterizzato da una forma arcaica e primitiva di grande fascino decorativo.
L’oggetto presenta una lavorazione essenziale ma molto elegante, con quattro prese laterali appena accennate e una bellissima patina naturale dovuta al tempo e all’utilizzo. L’interno conserva evidenti tracce di usura antica e sedimentazioni che ne testimoniano autenticità e funzione originaria.
Perfetto come pezzo da collezione, elemento decorativo per ambienti rustici, cucine storiche o interni dal gusto wabi-sabi e minimalista.
Ottime condizioni generali, con normali segni del tempo e dell’utilizzo coerenti con l’età dell’oggetto.
Scheda tecnica
Produttore: Manifattura italiana
Modello: Mortaio antico in marmo di Carrara
Anno: XVIII – XIX secolo
Materiale: Marmo Bianco di Carrara
Condizioni: Ottime condizioni generali
Misure: H 13 cm × Ø 24.5 cm
Peso: 5.2 kg
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Mortar - Carrara marble - Large mortar

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Antique Mortar in Carrara white marble, hand-carved in Italy, dating to the XVIII–XIX century, in good condition with light signs of wear and aging, height 13 cm, diameter 24.5 cm, weight 5.2 kg, titled Grande mortaio.

Mortar - Carrara marble - Large mortar

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Antique Mortar in Carrara white marble, hand-carved in Italy, dating to the XVIII–XIX century, in good condition with light signs of wear and aging, height 13 cm, diameter 24.5 cm, weight 5.2 kg, titled Grande mortaio.

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