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LOT 1833
Medieval Bronze Face Mount
15TH-16TH CENTURY A.D.
1 3/8 in. (10.7 grams, 36 mm).
Depicting a mature bearded man with voluminous eyebrows and narrow eyes, openwork curly hair.
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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LOT 1833
Medieval Bronze Face Mount
Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)
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