Loading, please wait...
_900x900.jpg "Medieval Bronze Vesica-Shaped Seal Matrix with Falcon")
_200x200.jpg "Medieval Bronze Vesica-Shaped Seal Matrix with Falcon")
.jpg "Medieval Bronze Vesica-Shaped Seal Matrix with Falcon")
LOT 0404
Medieval Bronze Vesica-Shaped Seal Matrix with Falcon
CIRCA 14TH-15TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/8 in. (8.7 grams, 30 mm).
With central falcon on the wrist with its jesses hanging down, linear border and legend 'FRANGE LEGE TEGE' (BREAK (the seal), READ (the contents of the letter), CONCEAL (the contents)); strap and loop to the reverse.
ProvenanceFound Southern England.
Acquired on the UK art market in the 1980s.
From an East Anglian private collection.
The legend is a functional instruction - commonly found on seals.
CONDITIONTimeLine Auctions follows a vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
-
Medieval Illuminated Book of Hours Vellum Manuscript Page
Possibly Italian, 15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £208
Recto and verso with nineteen lines of Latin text in blackletter script, recto with two illuminated capitals in gold on blue and verso with one; in a cardboard mount. 37 grams, 20 x 15.3 cm
Acquired on the UK art market in 2016. Property of a Nottinghamshire gentleman. -
Medieval Silver Dragon Belt Fitting
15th-16th century A.D. or laterEstimate: £200 - 300 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £100
Rectangular block with two curved bars and dragon-head finials, the block with incised square and five roundels, similar forming the eyes; fastener for a sword-belt. 49 grams, 52 mm
Ex old English collection. London art market, pre 2000. Property of a London, UK, gentleman. -
Large Medieval Bronze Strap End with St Christopher
14th-15th century A.D.Estimate: £180 - 240 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £100
Socket finial to one end, waisted stem, heart-shaped plaque, bar of four rivet holes and shell or leaf-shaped finial, the body displaying Saint Christopher standing on a mound with a young boy on his shoulder and holding a staff in relief, Gothic letters 'ID' to the socket. 45 grams, 90 mm
Acquired early 1990s. From an East Anglian private collection.
