Mortar and Pestle
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Sisson Drug Co.
American, founded 1785
MakerMade by
Unknown
Date1920-1960
MediumMold-formed ironstone with gilding
DimensionsComponent (height x diameter of mortar): 6 7/8 x 5 3/4in. (17.5 x 14.6cm)
Component (length x diameter of pestle): 8 1/4 x 1 1/2in. (21 x 3.8cm)
Component (length x diameter of pestle): 8 1/4 x 1 1/2in. (21 x 3.8cm)
ClassificationsCeramics
Credit LineGift of Francis P. Farnsworth
DescriptionMold-formed, white, ironstone mortar and pestle with gilded decoration. The mortar (.a) has a slightly flared rim, tapered sides, rounded base, and inverted conical foot. At one side, just over an inch below the rim, are the raised letters "RX". Gilding has been applied at the rim and at the raised letters. The pestle (.b) consists of a spherical handle at the top, and a long cylindrical portion that tapers from bottom to top. The spherical handle is gilded.
Object number1980.20.8a-b
NotesUse Note: According to museum records, this mortar and pestle were used as display items in the Sisson Drug Co. in Hartford, Connecticut. (Hudson 7/13/2005)Subject Terms
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Dr. Cyrus Pendleton
