Original Asian 18th Century Bronze Mortar Cast in Europen Style with 8 Inch Bore - Recovered from Kathmandu Nepal

Original Item: One-of-a-kind. Recovered from Kathmandu, Nepal in 20023, this incredible bronze Asian mortar is designed in the European style with multiple concentric rings and fillets an ogees. The bronze is of average quality with visible inclusions. It measures 27 inches in overall length. At the widest point it is 20.5" wide. It weighs approximate 600 lbs. The bore measures nearly 8 inches. Inside one can clearly see the "powder compartment" in the bottom of the bore which leads into the Mortar ball compartment directly in front. The touch hole has been cleared.

It appears that this Asian mortar in the European style has had various markings and dates removed which was common practice when captured weapons were shipped to Nepal by International arms dealers in order to disguise a weapon's origin in the hope of repeat orders going back to the initial supplier. It is also possible that this mortar was cast in Nepal or India. 

Mounted on a basic wood mount which was recently constructed. A fine and rare mortar with wonderful details dating from some point in the late 18th century or early 19th century.

Truck freight with curbside delivery within 48 states is included in the price. Approximate weight 600 Lbs.