16th C. Florentine Bronze Pharmacy Mortar w/ Faces
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Description
Europe, Italy, Tuscany, Republic of Florence, ca. 16th to 17th centuries CE. A heavy cast bronze pharmacy mortar. Mortars of this style were made throughout western Europe, with similar examples coming from Spain, France, Germany, and Holland. This example has ribs/columns separated by ornate heads that appear to show a classical male figure with a laurel wreath. Medical practitioners during this time period - who today we would not recognize as doctors - would have used mortars like this combined with pestles to make up medicines, many of which did more harm than good. Size: 4.6" W x 3.25" H (11.7 cm x 8.3 cm)
Provenance: private California, USA collection
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#135182
Provenance: private California, USA collection
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.
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#135182
Condition
Dark patina on surface. Some pitting on the underside that appears to be the result of casting.
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16th C. Florentine Bronze Pharmacy Mortar w/ Faces
Estimate $600 - $900
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