Antique Apothecary Mortar & Pestle, English, Bronze, Kitchen, Chemist, C.1650

This is an antique apothecary mortar and pestle. An English, bronze kitchen or chemist's instrument with Tudor Rose motif, dating to the mid 17th century, circa 1650. Fascinating and substantial mortar & pestle in the Norfolk form Displaying a desirable aged patina, gently time-worn with four centuries of use The antique bronze presents a lightly weathered appearance Fascia adorned with a quartet of crowned Tudor Rose crests Tactile brass pestle with turned collar finish shows light ageing throughout Mortar stands at a robust weight of 3.738kg (8.24 lb) The pestle has a reassuring, balanced weight of of 590g (1.3 lb) This is a fascinating antique Tudor Rose mortar and pestle, presenting a fine 17th century example with an appealing decorative presence. Delivered ready for the home. Dimensions: Mortar Width: 16.5cm (6.5'') Mortar Depth: 16.5cm (6.5'') Mortar Height: 13cm (5'') Pestle Diameter: 3.5cm (1.5'') Pestle Length: 19cm (7.5'') We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques. We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote. Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation. Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment. Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.