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LOT 1641
Medieval and Later Bronze Buckle Collection
CIRCA 12TH-20TH CENTURY A.D.
1/2 - 1 3/4 in. (300 grams total, 13-44 mm).
Comprising a variety of types and seizes from a broad range of timer periods, including decoratively shaped examples, incised ornament and examples retaining their tongues. [73, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound Berkshire, UK.
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Medieval Bronze Ring with Hunting Scene
14th-16th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £143
The hoop with chamfered edges, expanding at the shoulders to an octagonal bezel engraved with a hunting scene: a stag bounding right, pursued by a standing figure holding what is likely a crossbow or a gun. 7.45 grams, 24.67 mm overall, 21.14 mm internal diameter (approximate size British X, USA 11 1/2, Europe 26.29, Japan 25)
Private collection formed since the 1940s. UK art market. Property of an Essex gentleman. -
Medieval and Other Bronze Ring Collection
14th-16th century A.D. and laterEstimate: £150 - 200 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £75
Mainly composed of finger rings with decorative bezels, including examples with geometric, floral and shaped designs. 96 grams total, 16-30 mm
Acquired on the London art market, 1980s-1990s. -
Medieval Bronze and Silver Artefact Group
14th-15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £59
Comprising: a number of clothes fasteners, including openwork examples; a gilt fitting; a chape with triangular cross-section, scallopped lip and incised ornament; buckle and zoomorphic terminals. 12.7 grams total, 15-84 mm
From the Sullivan family collection, UK; acquired since 2003.
