Mortar
15th-16th century
Description
Cylindrical form with stepped foot and rim. Applied regular wedge shapes teminating in leaves(?) on body. Rim has narrow frieze of scrolls and florettes. Cast handles in the form of seated lions on brackets.
Dimensions
13.97 x 17.78 x 24.77 cm (5 1/2 x 7 x 9 3/4 in.)
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