Bring a touch of authentic rural African heritage to your home with this vintage wooden pestle. Traditionally, pestles like this were essential utilitarian tools in African households and communities, primarily used with a mortar for pounding or grinding food ingredients such as grains, spices, roots, and nuts. This process was a fundamental part of daily life, transforming raw materials into staples for cooking and medicine. Crafted from wood, this pestle showcases a slender form and a gently tapered head, designed for both functionality and comfortable handling. The rich tones and aged patina of the wood speak to its history and use, adding a sense of rustic charm and cultural significance to any space. Display this primitive African tool as a unique sculptural accent on a bowl, a unique wall art artifact or incorporate it into a rustic or eclectic décor style to evoke a sense of global artistry and historical depth

• *Era: Antique
• *Material: Hardwood
• *Size: 37“(D) x 4"(H)
• *Color: Brown
• *Condition: Shows wear consistent with age & use, blemishes and imperfections will be present. These are not to be considered defects but rather part of its character & historical value.

Found in Tanzania

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