Lot 541 Dα

An Islamic mortar

Engraved cast bronze with slightly mottled golden brown natural patina, minor verdigris to the interior. Of tapering form with slightly protruding base and rim. Decorated with large calligraphic inscriptions and bird motifs in droplet shaped cartouches. Minor casting or engraving faults to the upper rim. H 12, D 16 cm, weight c. 5 kg.
Khorasan, presumably 14th C.