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LOT 1647
Medieval and Other Standing Lead Weight Collection
CIRCA 15TH CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
1 1/4 - 2 1/8 in. (753 grams total, 32-54 mm).
The majority pierced for suspension, with a square base and body tapering towards the apex. [14, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired on the UK art market.
Property of a Ruislip, UK, gentleman, by inheritance.
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Medieval Stained Glass Composite Architectural Panel
France, late 15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £572
Composed from six rectangular glass panels with painted geometric and architectural imagery, later suspension loops to the upper corners. 1.4 kg, 37 x 35 cm
UK trade, 2018. Ex central London gallery. -
Medieval Silver-Gilt Dress Hook Fastener
14th-15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £49
Rectangular bodied with raised central panel and knops to the perimeter, shell to top centre; hook and rectangular loop to reverse. 3.6 grams, 23 mm
Acquired on the UK market, 1990s. Property of a retired academic. -
Medieval Iron Rowel Spur Collection
Circa 15th-16th century A.D.Estimate: £80 - 100 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £40
Comprising examples of various types, including some retaining the rowel and fastening elements. 340 grams total, 11-19 cm
Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection.
These spurs belong to a type widespread in Western Europe with a six-pointed spur, often engraved, dating mostly between 1425 and 1450.
