Pestle And Mortar Collection

The Great Lozenge-Maker. A Hint to Paterfamilias, 1858. Artist: John Leech
The Great Lozenge-Maker. A Hint to Paterfamilias, 1858. This cartoon indicts the sweet-making industry. At the time, many strange, and possibly noxious ingredients were used in sweets

Kitchen Scene, 1620s. Creator: Peter Wtewael
Kitchen Scene, 1620s. meat on a skewer. The grins of housemaid and errand boy indicate their enjoyment of one anothers company

Christ in the house of Mary and Martha, c1618-1622 Artist: Diego Velasquez
Kitchen Scene with Christ in the house of Mary and Martha, c1618-1622. Martha supervises work in the kitchen. A young servant girl, wearing an unhappy expression

Set of Utensils for the Tea Ceremony, 19th century. Creator: Kubo Shunman
Set of Utensils for the Tea Ceremony, 19th century

A woodblock engraving depicting hands using a pestle and mortar, 18th century
5310980 A woodblock engraving depicting hands using a pestle and mortar, 18th century; (add.info.: Date: 1795); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The Shors demonstrate the main tools for cultivating the land (hoe - "abyl", harrow) and..., 1913
The Shors demonstrate the main tools for cultivating the land (hoe - "abyl", harrow) and grain (hand winnower, mortar, millstone), 1913

Still Life with Kitchen Utensils and Vegetables, 1734. Creator: Jean-Simeon Chardin
Still Life with Kitchen Utensils and Vegetables, 1734

U.S.S. Newark, the apothecary, between 1891 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. Newark, the apothecary, between 1891 and 1901

Hinric Hasenberger, the Court Jester, 1652. Creator: David Klocker Ehrenstrahl
Hinric Hasenberger, the Court Jester, 1652

The dentist, 1748-1798. Creator: Willem Joseph Laquy
The dentist, 1748-1798

Lazarus and the Rich Man, 1544-1700. Creator: Jacopo Bassano (copy after)
Lazarus and the Rich Man, 1544-1700

The Alchemist, 1640-1677. Creator: Thomas Wijck
The Alchemist, 1640-1677

Nature morte au chaudron de cuivre, c.1735. Creator: Jean-Simeon Chardin
Nature morte au chaudron de cuivre, c.1735. Still life with copper pot

Horn and Mortar & Pestle, 1935. Creator: Charles Charon. Horn and Mortar & Pestle, 1935. Creator: Charles Charon
Horn and Mortar & Pestle, 1935

Mortar and Pestle, c. 1938. Creator: Anne Colman
Mortar and Pestle, c. 1938

Mortar and Pestle, c. 1941. Creator: Maurice Van Felix
Mortar and Pestle, c. 1941

Mortar and Pestle, c. 1937. Creator: Wellington Blewett
Mortar and Pestle, c. 1937

Mortar and Pestle, c. 1940. Creator: Edward Bashaw
Mortar and Pestle, c. 1940

Mortar and Pestle, c. 1937. Creator: Eugene Barrell
Mortar and Pestle, c. 1937

Wichita mortar, c1927. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Wichita mortar, c1927. Wichita woman using mortar and pestle

Pounding fish-Wishram, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Pounding fish-Wishram, c1910. Tlakluit woman seated with mortar and pestle

Sir Isaac Newton in his little room (litho)
STC343828 Sir Isaac Newton in his little room (litho) by Tennant, C. Dudley (1867-1952); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Isaac Newton (1643-1727), English physicist, mathematician, astronomer

The Flying Tea Ceremony Kettle (Tonda Chagama), c. 1770. Creator: Ippitsusai Buncho
The Flying Tea Ceremony Kettle (Tonda Chagama), c. 1770

Act Six: Yoichibei's House from the play Chushingura (Treasury of Loyal Retainers), Japan, c. 1779/80

Rice-Pounding Rabbit, 1855. Creator: Tanaka Shutei
Rice-Pounding Rabbit, 1855. Kaguya, a princess from the moon, watches a rabbit pounding a mochi rice cake in a Chinese urn

Washing Cloth in a Stream, c. 1797. Creator: Utagawa Toyokuni I
Washing Cloth in a Stream, c. 1797

Mortar and Pestle, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Mae Szilvasy
Mortar and Pestle, 1935/1942

Pestle and Mortar, c. 1938. Creator: John Swientochowski
Pestle and Mortar, c. 1938

Mortar and Pestle, c. 1937. Creator: Gerald Transpota
Mortar and Pestle, c. 1937

Grape Crusher, 1939. Creator: Clarence Secor
Grape Crusher, 1939

Mortar and Pestle, Egypt, Middle Kingdom, Dynasty 12 (about 1985-1773 BCE)

Mortar and Pestles, c. 1937. Creator: Elizabeth Moutal
Mortar and Pestles, c. 1937

Mortar and Pestle, c. 1938. Creator: Ralph Morton
Mortar and Pestle, c. 1938

Pestle, 1938. Creator: Alfonso Moreno
Pestle, 1938

Mortar and Pestle Sign, c. 1939. Creator: Sydney Roberts
Mortar and Pestle Sign, c. 1939

Mortar and Pestle, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Janet Riza
Mortar and Pestle, 1935/1942

Mortar and Pestle, c. 1941. Creator: Ursula Lauderdale
Mortar and Pestle, c. 1941

Leeks, a Casserole, a Copper Pot with a Cover, a Slice of Fish, an Onion and Two Eggs
659387 Leeks, a Casserole, a Copper Pot with a Cover, a Slice of Fish, an Onion and Two Eggs, with a Pestle and Mortar, on a Ledge, 1734 (oil on canvas) by Chardin

The Death of the Virgin, From the Altarpiece of the Dominicans in Frankfurt
3956459 The Death of the Virgin, From the Altarpiece of the Dominicans in Frankfurt, 1501 (mixed media on fir) by Holbein the Elder, Hans (1460/5-1524); 167.5 x 151.5 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel

The Death of the Virgin, Painted Wing of the Afra-Altarpiece
3956458 The Death of the Virgin, Painted Wing of the Afra-Altarpiece, 1490 (mixed media on softwood) by Holbein the Elder, Hans (1460/5-1524); 137.7 x 72.1 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel

Druggists (St Merny) (chromolitho)
972215 Druggists (St Merny) (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Druggists (St Merny). Educational card.); © Look and Learn

Ms Lat 6966 fol. 154v Cutting plants and preparing medicine
CHT185943 Ms Lat 6966 fol.154v Cutting plants and preparing medicine, from L Antidotaire by Bernard de Gordon (vellum) by French School; Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Inhabitants of French Guyana preparing Annatto, from Encyclopedie des Voyages
CHT177278 Inhabitants of French Guyana preparing Annatto, from Encyclopedie des Voyages by Jules Grasset de Saint-Sauveur (1757-1810) 1796 (coloured engraving) by Labrousse, L.F

French Generals retiring on account of their health: - with Lepaux presiding in
2966828 French Generals retiring on account of their health:- with Lepaux presiding in the Directorial Dispensary, pub. 1799 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray

An Indian Kitchen, c. 1870s (b / w photo)
495534 An Indian Kitchen, c.1870s (b/w photo) by Hooper, Willoughby Wallace (1837-1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: Photograph taken while Hooper was serving with the Madras Light Infantry in)

The Beautiful Maid as sung by Liston, pub. 1811 (hand coloured engraving)
2636961 The Beautiful Maid as sung by Liston, pub. 1811 (hand coloured engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Alchemist (engraving)
3648070 The Alchemist (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Alchemist. Illustration for Kulturgeschichtliches Bilderbuch aus drei Jahrhunderten by Georg)

The Pharmacy of the Dutch Military Hospital in Paris, 1917 (pencil & chalk on paper)
CHT236336 The Pharmacy of the Dutch Military Hospital in Paris, 1917 (pencil & chalk on paper) by Igounet de Villers, Charles-Andre (1881-1944); Musee du Val de Grace, Paris

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"The Timeless Art of Grinding: Exploring the Fascinating World of Pestle and Mortar" Step into a world where tradition meets innovation, as we delve into the captivating history and diverse uses of the pestle and mortar. From ancient times to modern kitchens, this humble yet indispensable tool has left its mark on art, culture, and everyday life. In "The Great Lozenge-Maker, " John Leech's 1858 artwork transports us to a bustling kitchen scene in which a skilled cook expertly wields a pestle and mortar. This glimpse into domestic life reminds us of the essential role these tools played in preparing meals for families throughout history. Peter Wtewael's "Kitchen Scene" from the 1620s showcases another facet of culinary craftsmanship. Here, we witness the meticulous grinding process that transforms raw ingredients into delectable dishes using this timeless duo. Religious symbolism intertwines with practicality in Diego Velasquez's masterpiece "Christ in the house of Mary and Martha. " As Martha busily attends to her duties, one can imagine her employing a trusty pestle and mortar to create nourishing meals for her guests. Beyond cooking, Kubo Shunman's set of utensils for the tea ceremony reveals how even ceremonial practices embraced this versatile tool. The delicate balance between aesthetics and functionality is showcased as tea masters skillfully grind leaves with precision using their trusted pestles. Scientific minds also found solace in these implements. Sir Isaac Newton is depicted in his little room surrounded by books and instruments including an intriguing mortar and pestle. It serves as a reminder that groundbreaking discoveries often begin with simple tools like these. Artistic expression takes center stage once again through Abul Qasim Kalaf ibn al-Abbas al Zahrawi's manuscript on various products' properties. His detailed depiction captures an absinthe-making process involving intricate grinding techniques performed with utmost care using a pestle and mortar.