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Lot 606 Dα

A large Nuremberg single-handled mortar with acanthus reliefs

Auction 1174 - overview Cologne
04.06.2021, 10:00 - Highly Important Mortars from the Schwarzach Collection III
Estimate: 8.000 € - 10.000 €
Result: 18.750 € (incl. premium)
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A large Nuremberg single-handled mortar with acanthus reliefs

Thickly cast bronze with dark golden brown patina. Of almost cylindrical form with a broadly flaring moulded rim. Resting on four finely modelled paw feet from which issue one shorter and three longer column ribs with acanthus capitals. With a large, angular, octagonally faceted handle. Slight verdigris, minor firing irregularities and dents. H 25.9, D 25.9 cm, weight c. 16.3 kg.
15th C.