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LOT 2010
Medieval Bronze Mask Mount
12TH-14TH CENTURY A.D.
2 in. (16.3 grams, 50 mm).
Mount fragment formed as a facing mask with lateral flanges; the face formed with undulating lines to the brow, triangular nose with almond-shaped eyes, broad moustache and long flowing beard; D-shaped lateral flanges pierced for attachment, bulbous transverse finial also pierced; remains of loop above.
ProvenanceFrom an old UK collection, 1980s.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.
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LOT 2010
Medieval Bronze Mask Mount
Estimate £150 - 200€170 - 230 (for guidance only)$200 - 270 (for guidance only)
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