Lot 615 D α

A large 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: 3.000 € - 4.000 €

A large Gothic single-handled mortar

Thickly cast reddish gold bronze with dark brown patina. Of tapering form resting on four paw feet from which issue one shorter and three longer angular ribs. With flaring moulded rim and angular, octagonally faceted handle engraved “XIII” on the outer facet. H 18.5, D 18.8 cm, weight c. 6.9 kg.
Attributed to Southern Germany, Nuremberg, 15th C.