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LOT 1717
Medieval Bronze Hybrid Mythical Beast Casket Foot
13TH-14TH CENTURY A.D.
1 3/8 in. (18 grams, 36 mm).
The creature with the head of a cat, breast and wings of a bird and lion's paw base; bracket to reverse. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Found Nottinghamshire, UK.
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