Mortar and pestle - ancient cast iron

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Dési van Rhee
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Old pharmacy mortar cast in iron, dating from around 1700, heavy and stable, with a relief fleur‑de‑lis and a clearly legible dating.

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Old solid metal pharmacy mortar, dated 1689 (engraving visible on the rim).
Louis XIV era – 17th century.

Very beautiful authentic piece, heavy and stable, with:
• Fleur-de-lis in relief
• Old dating clearly legible
• Wear that is consistent with age

Dimensions :
Diameter: 21 cm
• Height: approx. 17.5 cm
• Weight: more than 9 kg

Provenance: former pharmacy.

Old solid metal pharmacy mortar, dated 1689 (engraving visible on the rim).
Louis XIV era – 17th century.

Very beautiful authentic piece, heavy and stable, with:
• Fleur-de-lis in relief
• Old dating clearly legible
• Wear that is consistent with age

Dimensions :
Diameter: 21 cm
• Height: approx. 17.5 cm
• Weight: more than 9 kg

Provenance: former pharmacy.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Over 200 years old
Yes
Country of Origin
France
Material
ancient cast iron
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
17.5 cm
Width
21 cm
Depth
21 cm
Estimated period
around 1700
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Objects sold
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