Papua New Guinea Palm Wood Mortar Container w/ Stone Pestle

Melanesia, Papua New Guinea. A turned dark palm wood mortar of ovoid form, lid and body each fitted at the center, their rims covered with tightly plaited cane rings. The lid seats snugly on the upper lip, and the knob top has a cotton cordage attached to a lozenge-shaped stone pestle polished smooth from use. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. Item # 203492

Estimate:$50

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