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Curious Antiques has dated this piece to the 16th Century.
The earliest example is Spanish, bronze and dating to the late 16th century . It is decorated with 4 raised grotesque masks divided by buttresses. They are all a good weight ( combined weight over 9kg) and with great colour/patina. All are in good condition in line with age and use, the example in picture 16 has a hairline crack but is sound. Please feel free to contact me if you would like to view the items or have any questions.
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Size: 1) 13.5cm diameter x8.5cm tall; 2) 12.5cm diameter x 11cm tall, pestle 18cm long; 3) 13cm diameter x 11cm tall, pestle 17cm long; 4) 10cm diameter x 11cm tall, pestle 22cm long; 5) 9cm diameter x 8.5cm tall , pestle 20cm long.
Curious Antiques has dated this piece to the 16th Century.
You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Curious Antiques Profile Page
Collection of 5 Mortars / 4 Pestles, Dating 16th -18th Century
