Early Spanish Renaissance Bronze Mortar and Pestle screen waisted stem that rests atop

waisted stem that rests atop a heavy

classical statues depict Mars

Moving Rooms: The Trade in Architectural Salvage

Not pictured: pillars and additional doors

With scroll decoration

Early Spanish Renaissance Bronze Mortar and Pestle screen waisted stem that rests atopDETAILS Found in France, this antique mortar and pestle reflect a form common to the 16th century. The mortar was formed with a flared rim and slightly extended base. The body displays raised vertical, ridged bars, resembling half pilasters, surrounding the piece. It makes a great addition to a mortar collection, and an attractive accessory. DATE Late 16th early 17th century DIMENSIONS Width 5 Depth 5 Height 3 inches Pestle: Width 6 inches