Lot 504 D α

An Islamic mortar

Auction 1196 - overview Cologne
20.05.2022, 10:00 - Decorative Arts incl. Highly Important Mortars the Schwarzach Collection Part IV.
Estimate: 800 € - 1.000 €
Result: 938 € (incl. premium)

An Islamic mortar

Engraved cast bronze with mottled patina, remnants of red pigment and verdigris. Cylindrical form with protruding upper rim. Decorated with two staggered rows of raised teardrop motifs and stylised engravings. The upper rim with a border of tendrils. H 12.5, D 14.5 cm, includes corresponding pestle, weight c. 4.5 kg.
Attributed to Khorasan/Iran, 10th - 13th C.

Provenance

Archaeological find, Dawlatabad, Afghanistan.