11th C. Medieval Islamic Bronze Mortar & Pestle
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Near East / Central Asia, Afghanistan to Iran, Islamic culture, Medieval period, ca. 11th to 13th century CE. A leaded-bronze mortar and pestle; the mortar cast into an octagonal shape with ring handles to the sides. The eight-sided shape is a popular choice for mortars because it represents the Islamic eight-pointed star, Rub el Hizb, which would imbue power to the substances being prepared within. The pestle and mortar show signs of use and are covered with a dark patina. Such implements were used for domestic and culinary tasks - and the more ornate mortars were often used by the wealthy or respected professions that specialized in medicine and alchemy! Size of mortar: 7" Diameter x 4.5" H (17.8 cm x 11.4 cm)
Provenance: private Vero Beach, Florida, USA collection, acquired before 2003
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#177613
Provenance: private Vero Beach, Florida, USA collection, acquired before 2003
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#177613
Condition
Abrasion and fissure to side of mortar as shown. Gouges to rim and surface pitting and wear to pestle and mortar. Green patina throughout and mineral deposits.
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11th C. Medieval Islamic Bronze Mortar & Pestle
Estimate $1,000 - $1,500
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