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Mortar with Vine scrolls, Loop, and Ring

Italian 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a small figurative mortar with ornate floral and leaf patterns carved into its surface, and two large metal rings attached to either side as handles. The piece is made of bronze with a deep brown color and a weathered patina.

Artwork Details

Date
16th century
Medium
bronze//Yellow-brown bronze with medium brown patina
Dimensions
7217 × 7217 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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