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Mortar

19th or 20th century, after a 16th century Tuscan model
Not on view
This mortar decorated with four Medusa heads separated by simple flanges is probably one of the “Four Assorted Italian Bronze and Brass Motars [sic]” that Duveen Brothers removed from the apartment of Mrs. Albert E. Goodhart, Robert Lehman’s aunt, after her death in 1952.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Mortar
  • Date: 19th or 20th century, after a 16th century Tuscan model
  • Culture: Italian
  • Medium: Copper alloy with dull brown patina and deposits of light brown investment clay.
  • Dimensions: H. 7.9 cm, diam. 11.5 cm (rim).
  • Classification: Metalwork
  • Credit Line: Robert Lehman Collection, 1975
  • Object Number: 1975.1.1371
  • Curatorial Department: The Robert Lehman Collection

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