This is an antique apothecary mortar and pestle. An English, bronze kitchen or chemist''s instrument with Tudor Rose motif, dating to the mid 17th century, circa 1650.
Fascinating and substantial mortar & pestle in the Norfolk form
Displaying a desirable aged patina, gently time-worn with four centuries of use
The antique bronze presents a lightly weathered appearance
Fascia adorned with a quartet of crowned Tudor Rose crests
Tactile brass pestle with turned collar finish shows light ageing throughout
Mortar stands at a robust weight of 3.738kg (8.24 lb)
The pestle has a reassuring, balanced weight of of 590g (1.3 lb)
This is a fascinating antique Tudor Rose mortar and pestle, presenting a fine 17th century example with an appealing decorative presence. Delivered ready for the home.
Dimensions:
Mortar Width: 16.5cm (6.5'''')
Mortar Depth: 16.5cm (6.5'''')
Mortar Height: 13cm (5'''')
Pestle Diameter: 3.5cm (1.5'''')
Pestle Length: 19cm (7.5'''')
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Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1207262
Dateline of this antique is 17th Century
Height is 13cm (5.1inches)Width is 16.5cm (6.5inches)Depth is 16.5cm (6.5inches)
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