An english heavy brass apothecary mortar with knobbed handles and matching pestle – early 19th century (georgian / early victorian).

England 19th century.

A fine and heavy 19th-century english apothecary mortar cast in solid brass, complete with its original matching turned brass pestle, dating to the first half of the 19th century (circa 1800–1840). The mortar features a classic flared bell-shaped body with a sturdy, turned rim. A defining characteristic of this english design is the pair of opposing side handles, styled as solid, rounded knobs or pestle-rest lugs, cast integrally with the body. The waist is accented by subtle horizontal turned grooves and supported by a wide, spreading molded plinto base. Accompanied by its original turned brass double-ended pestle, featuring a prominent central collar ring (flange) for hand placement, finely incised linear decorations along the shaft, and rounded bulbous ends.
Preserved in excellent antique condition with a warm, rich golden brass patina. It displays minor, authentic surface wear and micro-pitting consistent with age and period pharmaceutical use.

Misure 4,5” – 11 CM H 4,5” – 11 CM L 4,5” – 11 CM D

Codice REF: M61