Description:

Western Europe, France, Late Medieval period, ca. 1300 to 1500 CE. A remarkable hand-carved marble mortar with a flat base, a gradually widening conical body, four rounded integral handles or lugs equidistantly spaced around the perimeter, and a deep grinding cavity. The smooth body of this vessel displays mottled hues of cool gray and chalky white. A splendid and sizeable example from Medieval Europe! Size: 12" W x 5.375" H (30.5 cm x 13.7 cm)

Provenance: private San Francisco, California, USA collection, acquired 1970s to 2000s

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#174177

  • Condition: Minor chips and abrasions, with mineral deposits, and surface roughness in scattered areas, otherwise intact and very good. Nice size and great preservation to overall form.

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