Sunday, December 8, 2019
LOT #743

Burl Wood Mortar and Cup Assortment

Twelve items including seven turned burl wood mortars, one having its pestle and one having a handle and spout, two footed cups, a mug, a small cup; together with a cast composite measuring cup having a tin handle bound on with wire marked on underside “UNITED INDURATED FIBRE CO. LOCKPORT, N.Y. U.S.A.” and having tin label “C.& H. N.Y. SOLE AGENTS 1 QT. LIQ.” and hanging tag “STATE OF MINN. RAILROAD & WAREHOUSE COMMISSION” and “DEPT OF WEIGHTS & MEASURES APPROVED”

Estimate: $200 - $300

Hammer Price: $450

Dimensions: Height: 9 3/4 inches, Diameter: 3 3/4 inches (tallest item)

Condition: Very Good to Good, wooden objects except pestle all having short stable grain splits; edge losses to a few; overall light to moderate wear consistent with age and normal use; please note: this lot came from a smoking house and a slight odor may be present

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