Antique Heavy Stone Mortar Planter | Vintage Hand-Carved Limestone Bowl

Dimensions: 9" Diameter, 5" Height.
Weight - 9 Kgs.

Once an essential fixture in Indian kitchens, this hand-carved stone mortar was used to grind spices, crush herbs, prepare chutneys, and craft Ayurvedic remedies. Each piece was skillfully shaped and hollowed by artisans using age-old chiseling techniques, resulting in a truly authentic, timeworn character.

Today, it can be beautifully repurposed as a rustic bowl for jewelry, a wax vessel, a smudge stick holder, a garlic keeper, or a rustic planter. Its versatile design effortlessly blends practicality with organic, old-world charm.

With its rich patina and natural stone texture, this antique spice grinder makes a striking accent in farmhouse kitchens, bohemian interiors, or vintage-inspired spaces.

Each stone mortar is one-of-a-kind, featuring natural variations in stone texture, shape, and colour. Due to its handcrafted and vintage nature, expect slight irregularities, chisel marks, and imperfections.