A lead/bronze skillet
the handle cast with the maker's name IOHN PALMAR, with open bracket support, the letters AB cast in high relief on the side of the bowl, English, 17th century, the bowl -- 6½in. (16.5cm) diam, length overall -- 13 1/8in. (33.4cm)
Lot Essay
John Palmar is believed to be the father of N. and Tho. Palmar, Canterbury founders, fl.1636-1671.