Antique Mortar & Pestle & Butter Mold, Primitive, Rustic Wooden Set

The items shown are an antique wooden mortar and pestle set, often referred to as treenware, which also includes a carved butter mold stamp.

Item Description

Mortar & Pestle: The large wooden bowl (mortar) and the accompanying wooden masher (pestle) are classic primitive kitchen tools used for grinding herbs, spices, or other food items. They show a natural patina and wear consistent with significant age and use, common in 19th-century or early 20th-century items.

Butter Mold Stamp: The circular, darker wooden object resting on the mortar is a plunger-style butter mold stamp or print. It features a detailed, hand-carved intaglio design of a sheaf of wheat, a popular motif in early American and European butter molds, symbolizing abundance.

Repairs: A wire is wrapped around the base of the mortar, which appears to be a "make-do" repair, a common practice in primitive antiques to reinforce cracks or damage and extend the tool's life.


This primitive set makes for great cottage core d