Mortar, 900–950, Syrian (?), Ivory, Overall: 2 13/16 x 4 3/16 x 3 3/8 in. ( x x cm), Ivories, Probably intended for

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Mortar, 900–950, Syrian (?), Ivory, Overall: 2 13/16 x 4 3/16 x 3 3/8 in. ( x x cm), Ivories, Probably intended for medicinal or cosmetic use, this mortar employs a decorative vocabulary that was inspired by eastern motifs and was probably transmitted to the West through textile designs

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Size: 4288px × 3464px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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