Bronze pharmacy mortar with a brown patina and double flanges; the body is decorated with a griffin and zoomorphic figures. Includes its pestle. 20th century. Height: 14 cm - Diameter: 13 cm - Pestle length: 24 cm Included is a cast-iron cork press decorated with a snake. Late 19th century, early 20th century. Length: 24 cm Note: The cork press allowed the pharmacist to compress and shape corks so that they fit snugly into the necks of vials and bottles containing medications. It was invented in 1830 and used until the early 20th century.