Mortar and pestle (4) - Brass, Bronze - Historical models
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A set of three brass mortars and one pestle, estimated to date from 1940–1950.
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Collection of Three Brass Mortars with Pestle – 20th Century
Decorative set of three brass mortars and one pestle. Two mortars are richly decorated with side handles, relief work and Latin inscriptions, including “Amor vincit omnia” and “Praise God above all.” One also bears the inscription “Anno 1681”; this is an inscription, not a confirmed production date. The third mortar has a simple chalice shape on a pedestal base, with fine horizontal lines.
The decorated examples are made after historical models. Brass with signs of age and patina. Please view the photos to assess the condition for yourself.
Dimensions and weight of the mortars:
* Height 6.8 cm, diameter 5 cm; 187 g
* Height 7 cm, diameter 7.5 cm; 412 g
* Height 7.5 cm, diameter 8.2 cm; 517 g
Collection of Three Brass Mortars with Pestle – 20th Century
Decorative set of three brass mortars and one pestle. Two mortars are richly decorated with side handles, relief work and Latin inscriptions, including “Amor vincit omnia” and “Praise God above all.” One also bears the inscription “Anno 1681”; this is an inscription, not a confirmed production date. The third mortar has a simple chalice shape on a pedestal base, with fine horizontal lines.
The decorated examples are made after historical models. Brass with signs of age and patina. Please view the photos to assess the condition for yourself.
Dimensions and weight of the mortars:
* Height 6.8 cm, diameter 5 cm; 187 g
* Height 7 cm, diameter 7.5 cm; 412 g
* Height 7.5 cm, diameter 8.2 cm; 517 g
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
517 g
Title additional information
Historical models
No. of items
4
Country of origin
Netherlands
Material
Brass, Bronze
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
7.5 cm
Width
8.2 cm
Depth
7 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950
