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LOT 1797
Medieval and Later 'Thames' Artefact Group
14TH-19TH CENTURY A.D.
1/8 - 5 1/2 in. (814 grams total, 0.7-14 cm).
Including crotal bells, a railway wagon appliqué, buckles, punched bronze strap with 'JAMES NOR' legend, dress pins, a snuff spoon and other items. [71, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound Thames foreshore spoil, 1980s.
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Medieval Stained Glass Panel with The Crucifixion
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Medieval Wooden 'True Face of Christ' Icon
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Depicting an idealised image of Christ on a gilt background, stylised cross behind; wide eyebrows and double-pointed beard; the hair falling on the shoulders in neat locks; wearing a red tunic with gold embroidery reading 'REX + REGUM' for 'king of kings', pearled edge. 1.28 kg, 28.5 cm
Excellent condition
with Ansorena, 10 November 2014, lot 456. Ex central London gallery. Accompanied by an academic report by Dr Raffaele D’Amato. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.11742-202064.
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Large Medieval Pewter Lion Retainer's Badge
14th-15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £780
The lion standing left, with detailing to its shaggy mane and forepaws. 6.3 grams, 64 mm
European collection, 1990s. Property of a Cambridgeshire, UK, gentleman.
