Who created "Mortar"?

Mortar was created by Alberghetti Foundry in 1551–80, (model), (possibly cast in France, first half of the 19th century).

When was "Mortar" created?

This artwork was created 1551–80, (model), (possibly cast in France, first half of the 19th century).

Is "Mortar" in the public domain?

Yes, Mortar is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Mortar

Q: What medium is "Mortar"?

Mortar is Copper alloy with a high content of tin, some lead, and no trace of zinc; the usual trace elements of iron, nickel, silver, and antimony are present, confirming that this is an alloy of fire-refined copper, certainly dating before about 1880; dark brown patina..

Alberghetti Foundry

1551–80, (model), (possibly cast in France, first half of the 19th century)

Medium

Copper alloy with a high content of tin, some lead, and no trace of zinc; the usual trace elements of iron, nickel, silver, and antimony are present, confirming that this is an alloy of fire-refined copper, certainly dating before about 1880; dark brown patina.

Dimensions

H. 21.3 cm, diam. 24.5 cm (rim).

Classification

Metalwork

Culture

Italian, Venice

Department

Robert Lehman Collection

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

Robert Lehman Collection, 1975

Accession Number

1975.1.1367

Mortar

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