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Lot 518 Dα

An Islamic mortar

Auction 1174 - overview Cologne
04.06.2021, 10:00 - Highly Important Mortars from the Schwarzach Collection III
Estimate: 800 € - 1.000 €
Result: 937 € (incl. premium)

An Islamic mortar

Engraved cast bronze, slightly flecked golden brown patina. Cylindrical mortar with slightly protruding base and corresponding upper rim. Decorated with three bands of calligraphy on the body and a further band along the upper border. H 15.7, D 17.7 cm, weight c. 6.2 kg. The corresponding tapering pestle with engraved mouldings and a compressed round grip. L 26.5 cm.
Attributed to Khorasan / Afghanistan, 13th - 14th C.