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Lot 68A
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Native American Columbia River Stone Pestle
Native American Columbia River Stone Pestle
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Description:

Native American, Northwestern United States, Columbia River / Plateau region, ca. 19th century or earlier CE. A stone pestle or club, carved in a long tapering form with a rounded working end and a distinct knobbed handle that gives the piece a strong, purposeful silhouette. The shaft narrows gradually toward a raised collar and tapered tip. The opposite end is flat, consistent with a tool designed for pounding, grinding, or striking. Stone pestles were essential tools throughout the Columbia River and greater Plateau region, used for processing roots, seeds, berries, and other staple foods. Forms like this, especially in larger scale, may also overlap with club-like implements, where the same basic design language of weight, balance, and durability could serve more than one role. Without excavation context, the exact function cannot be stated with certainty, but the craftsmanship and proportions strongly suggest a working tool made to last. Size: 14.25" L x 3.2" W (36.2 cm x 8.1 cm)

Provenance: private Colorado, USA Collection, ex-Boulder, Colorado, USA collection, ex New Yoork, NY, USA collection

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  • Condition: Old inventory numbers on the surface. Intact and excellent.

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