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Antique Early Metalware Single 17thc Charles 11 Bronze Mortar with Rare Crowned Double- Headed Eagle Motif . English C1660-80.
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Antique Early Metalware Single 17thc Charles 11 Bronze Mortar with Rare Crowned Double- Headed Eagle Motif . English C1660-80.

17th century
Sold 21 September 2024 · Mark Seabrook Antiques
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A fine 17thc English bronze mortar, from the reign of Charles 11, decorated twice with a rare motif of a crowned double-headed eagle ....which is illustrated in Michael Finlay's book on English Decorated Bronze Mortars on page 78 illustration 123....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.

Physical Dimensions
Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Declaration

Mark Seabrook Antiques has dated this Antique Bronze Mortar to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1038695
Dealers Internal Reference
MS 7893
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A fine 17thc English bronze mortar, from the reign of Charles 11, decorated twice with a rare motif of a crowned double-headed eagle ....
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which is illustrated in Michael Finlay's book on English Decorated Bronze Mortars on page 78 illustration 123.
Mark Seabrook Antiques

...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.

Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Date of Manufacture

Mark Seabrook Antiques has dated this Antique Bronze Mortar to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1038695
Dealers Internal Ref
MS 7893
Mark Seabrook Antiques
Mark Seabrook Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2020

Specialising in 17/18thc oak & country furniture, antique treen, early metalware & english pottery.

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An antique bronze mortar featuring a flared rim and base, displaying a dark patinated surface with subtle cast motifs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An antique bronze mortar featuring a flared rim and base, displaying a dark patinated surface with subtle cast motifs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Early Metalware Single 17thc Charles 11 Bronze Mortar with Rare Crowned Double- Headed Eagle Motif . English C1660-80.

Archive II An antique bronze mortar featuring a flared rim and base, displaying a dark patinated surface with subtle cast motifs. View II
Archive III An antique bronze mortar featuring a flared rim and base, displaying a dark patinated surface with subtle cast motifs. View III
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Mark Seabrook Antiques

Mark Seabrook Antiques
Telephone 07770 721931
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Bedfordshire
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Verified Since Apr 2020
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An antique bronze mortar featuring a flared rim and base, displaying a dark patinated surface with subtle cast motifs.
Antique Early Metalware Single 17thc Charles 11 Bronze Mortar With Rare Crowned Double- Headed Eagle Motif . English C1660-80.
Ref: SA1038695
An antique bronze mortar featuring a flared rim and base, displaying a dark patinated surface with subtle cast motifs.
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  • ObjectDecorative Objects
  • Period17th century
  • Style17th Century
  • MaterialBronze
  • ColourPatinated Bronze
  • MotifsFlared rim, Molded foot, Relief casting, Embossed emblem
  • SizeH 9 cm (4 in) x W 11 cm (4 in) x D 11 cm (4 in)

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Seventeenth-century bronze mortars were domestic and apothecary implements used primarily for grinding herbs, spices, and medical compounds before the advent of industrial pharmaceuticals.

These vessels were typically cast in alloyed bronze using traditional sand-casting or lost-wax techniques, often featuring molded rims, flared bases, and relief decorations applied during the casting process.

Authentic pieces exhibit natural metal oxidisation, correct casting seams, tool marks consistent with period manufacturing techniques, and historically accurate decorative motifs.

This type of object can be displayed as a sculptural accent on a bookshelf, mantelpiece, or sideboard to introduce historic texture and metallic warmth to a modern living space.

Preservation requires avoiding harsh chemical polishes and abrasive cleaners to protect the historic patina; instead, gently dusting with a dry microfiber cloth is recommended.
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