Post-Medieval — 16th century; early 17th century
Bell-mortar
Bronze mortar decorated around the middle by a band of flowers. This mortar may have been for grinding drugs. London apothecaries dispensed the medicines prescribed by doctors.
- Category:
- Post-Medieval
- Object ID:
- A17381
- Object name:
- Bell-mortar
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- Artist/Maker:
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- Production date:
- 16th century; early 17th century
- Material:
copper alloy, bronze
- Measurements/duration:
- H 106 mm, DM 140 mm, WT 3 kg
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- Record quality:
- 80%
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- Owner Status & Credit:
Permanent collection
- Copyright holder:
digital image © London Museum
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