Mortar with the royal arms of France, and the crescents of Diane de Poitiers.
History note: With Copper & Adams; from whom purchased in 1941 by Lt Col the Hon. M.T. Boscawen, DSO, MC (1892-1958); lent to the Fitzwilliam Museum
Given anonymously, from the collection of the late Lt Col the Hon. M.T. Boscawen, DSO, MC., in his memory
Height: 11.2 cm
Method of acquisition: Given (1979-10-15) by Anonymous
16th Century
1500
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1600
Lip
Diameter 15.5 cm
Base
Diameter 9.7 cm
Accession number: M.19-1979
Primary reference Number: 13724
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Applied Arts
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