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Lot 604 Dα

A Gothic single-handled mortar

Auction 1196 - overview Cologne
20.05.2022, 10:00 - Decorative Arts incl. Highly Important Mortars the Schwarzach Collection Part IV.
Estimate: 1.000 € - 2.000 €
Result: 1.000 € (incl. premium)

A Gothic single-handled mortar

Golden brown cast bronze with silver-gold patina. Of tapering form resting on three paw feet crowned with lion mascarons from which issue one shorter and two longer angular ribs. With flaring moulded rim and angular, octagonally faceted handle engraved with five lines. H 18, D 18 cm, weight c. 5.9 kg.
Southern Germany, 15th C.