Mark Seabrook Antiques has dated this piece to the 17th Century.
...which is illustrated in Michael Finlay's book on English Decorated Bronze Mortars on page 81 illustration 138....he lists it as coming from a London "unidentified" foundry .... the mortar is in excellent condition with a good colour.
London. C1660-80. Provenance of a private collection.
Mark Seabrook Antiques has dated this piece to the 17th Century.
Specialising in 17/18thc oak & country furniture, antique treen, early metalware & english pottery.
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