Arthur and Shifra Silberman Collection
Often referred to as “corn pounders,” mortars and pedestals were commonly used to pound or grind dried corn into a fine powder. It was then baked to make bread or soaked or cooked to create softkey or grits.
Corn Mortar and Pestle
Unknown
Southeast, possibly Muscogee
circa 1860s
Wood
1996.17.0210a,b
On View
