Traditional Herb Grinder - Mortar and pestle - Copper - Rabbit head

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Ger van Oers
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Description from the seller

This is a bronze rabbit-head mortar and pestle, a traditional Chinese medicine tool used for grinding medicinal herbs. It is both practical and possesses significant artistic and collectible value. Cast entirely in bronze, this mortar and pestle incorporates traditional casting and carving techniques, making it highly valuable to collectors.

This is a bronze rabbit-head mortar and pestle, a traditional Chinese medicine tool used for grinding medicinal herbs. It is both practical and possesses significant artistic and collectible value. Cast entirely in bronze, this mortar and pestle incorporates traditional casting and carving techniques, making it highly valuable to collectors.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
1200 g
Specific region of origin
China
Title additional information
Rabbit head
No. of items
1
Country of origin
China
Manufacturer/brand
Traditional Herb Grinder
Material
Copper
Colour
Brown
Style
Antique
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
10 cm
Width
22 cm
Depth
6 cm
Estimated period
1970-1980, 1980-1990, 1990-2000
Hong KongVerified
88
Objects sold
100%
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