Name: Old Tribal Mortar From Nagaland - Ca 1920
Brand: Indigo Antiques
SKU: A01395
Price: 1495.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

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SKU: A01395 Circa 1920, from Nagaland, India

£1,495 ^{Inc Tax.}

Dimensions:: W138 x D82 x H55 cm
Quality:: Every piece restored & checked in UK
: £80 (4-8 working days)

Only 1 available – a unique piece
Backordered, shipping soon

This old mortar is from Nagaland and in East India and was originally used for the pounding of grains. It is crafted from a single piece of solid teak wood. This amazing piece of timber would make an iconic statement piece coffee table. Over many decades of constant use, this piece has developed a smooth finish and rich patina. Mortars like this were in constant daily use and signs and wear and repairs are visible in places.

Nagaland is a state of India bordering Burma (Myanmar). Until as late as 1969, the Naga tribes practiced head-hunting and preserved the heads of enemies as trophies.

A glass top can be procured for you at an additional cost.

Dimensions:

138 x 82 x 55 (wxdxh cms)