Lot Essay
Comparison can be made between the present example and another similar sold Christie's South Kensington, 1 May 1996, lot 203.
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MID 17TH CENTURY
Details
An English Leaded Bronze Mortar
Mid 17th Century
with twin loop handles, cast with four fleur-de-lis motifs
5¾in. (14.5cm) diameter; 4½in. (11.5cm) high
Mid 17th Century
with twin loop handles, cast with four fleur-de-lis motifs
5¾in. (14.5cm) diameter; 4½in. (11.5cm) high
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