Premier Auction
Sat, Oct 23, 2021 09:00AM EDT
Lot 524
French Bronze Mortar and Pestle
Estimate: $600 - $900
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
possibly 16th century, of typical form, depicting the bust of King Henry IV and standing figures amongst fleur de lis and dolphin decoration, rim with beaded border, 3-1/2 x 5-1/4 in.
Provenance: Humber Family, North Carolina
Note: For similar example see the Smithsonian Institute: https://www.si.edu/object/mortar:nmah_994077
Condition
overall good condition, pestle with pitting and dents, wear to mortar, discoloration, decoration worn, rubbed, scratching, residue to body, base possibly recast
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