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Mortar

12th–13th century
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Mortar
  • Date: 12th–13th century
  • Geography: Attributed to Central Asia or Iran
  • Medium: Bronze
  • Dimensions: H. 6 1/2 in. (16.51 cm)
    Diam. 8 3/4 in. (22.2 cm)
  • Classification: Metal
  • Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1912
  • Object Number: 12.33.4
  • Curatorial Department: Islamic Art

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