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Lot 590 Dα

A Gothic single-handled mortar

Auction 1174 - overview Cologne
04.06.2021, 10:00 - Highly Important Mortars from the Schwarzach Collection III
Estimate: 3.000 € - 4.000 €
Result: 3.250 € (incl. premium)

A Gothic single-handled mortar

Golden brown cast bronze with natural patina. Of tapering form resting on four paw feet with mascarons from which issue three angular ribs. With flaring base and rim and angular, octagonally faceted handle. Minor casting flaws to the feet, the base slightly rounded due to use, minor scratches. H 17.2, D 16.3 cm, weight c. 5.5 kg.
Attributed to Southern Germany, Nuremberg, 15th C.