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LOT 2114
Medieval Bronze Seal Matrix with Mary and Child
CIRCA 13TH-14TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (3.89 grams, 23 mm).
Discoid with pierced tag, central image of Mary and infant Jesus, border with cross above the figures' heads, blundered legend or pseudo-script; accompanied by a museum-quality impression. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom an old English collection, Bournemouth, UK.
Ex Parthenon Gallery, London, UK, 2001.
Property of a North London, UK, private collector.
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