18th Century Continental Bronze Apothecary Mortar. Measures 4.5?” T x 5 3/8?” Wornamental body with decoration. Scroll design with scallops and foliate. Heavy cast bronze with well used interior. Deep original patina. Weight 6 lbs.See the reference "English Decorated Bronze Mortars" by Michael Finlay. We believe this is the style made in Whitechapel during the 18th Century.