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Lot 501 Dα

An Islamic mortar

Auction 1152 - overview Cologne
29.05.2020, 11:00 - Highly Important Mortars from the Schwarzach Collection II
Estimate: 2.000 € - 3.000 €
Result: 1.875 € (incl. premium)

An Islamic mortar

Cast and chased bronze with remnants of red pigment. Cylindrical form with broad flaring upper and lower rims. Decorated with two engraved bands of moulding and calligraphic inscriptions alternating with filled lotus bud motifs. The interior with extensive, the exterior with some sinter. H 14.5, D 20.5 cm. Weight c. 6.7 kg. Including pestle.
North Eastern Afghanistan, around 10th century.