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17th Century Norther European Wrought Iron Pestle, 8.5 Inches

$495
£374.92
€430.58
CA$693.66
A$754.14
CHF 399.85
MX$9,040.28
NOK 5,081.87
SEK 4,655.68
DKK 3,218.03

About the Item

Unusual wrought iron pestle, most are bronze like most mortars. This one is at least 17th century, quite possibly dating to the Gothic period. I have owned two iron mortars in my time and both were 16th century. This pestle is likely Northern European, though hard to say definitively which country it originates from. Simply wrought, it's weight must have made it quite effective at crushing and mixing. One end, a bit larger, is clearly the 'handle', the other quite smooth and polished from use. A grand piece of utilitarian history. I purchased it many years ago from Frances Pratt, collector of early European antiques and works of art, mostly Spanish and Italian. I was hoping I would find a mate for it someday, but I am now downsizing. I pass the baton (pestle) on to you. 8.5 inches by 2 in diameter. Provenance: Frances Pratt, Writer, Artist, Collector. New York City.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)Diameter: 2 in (5.08 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wrought Iron,Hand-Crafted
  • Place of Origin:
    Germany
  • Period:
    Early 17th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1600
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Stamford, CT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU803022965402

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