Seljuk Turkish Bronze Mortar, 12th Century bce, Height 5 3/4” / 14.6 cm Width (rim) 6 3/4” / 17.1 cm Opening 5 1/4” / 13.3 cm Base 6 5/8” / 16.8 cm Dark brown patina, with hints of green oxidation, surface adorned with eleven almond shapes. Animal-head form handle with ring. Small hole with associated cracks where base meets wall of vessel. Commensurate wear for 900+ year old object subject to heavy use Please examine photos carefully.