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LOT 1811
Medieval Ceramic Group
15TH CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
4 - 10 in. (4.8 kg total, 10.2-25.5 cm).
Composed of glazed and unglazed vessels including handled pots, a jar, tripod dish, possible candleholder base and a polychrome tiles decorated with a sailing vessel at sea; cracked and chipped. [8, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1990s-early 2000s.
East Anglian private collection.
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Medieval Limestone Corbel with Jester Heads
15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £650
Wearing frivolous expressions with their hands around each other's shoulders, their faces and period garments rendered with semi-naturalistic detailing. 13 kg, 32 cm
Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection. -
Medieval Silver-Gilt Jewelled Cross with Inscription
14th-15th century A.D.Estimate: £1,000 - 1,400 (‡+bp*)
Opening Bid: £500
Set with a central cabochon-cut amethyst, rounded knops with textured detailing to the end of each arm, integral loop for suspension; to the reverse, the name 'HENRI' inscribed on the vertical axis, the acronym 'AGLA' horizontally, a Maltese cross to the centre. 2.95 grams, 31 mm
UK art market, acquired prior to 1985. From the collection of a North American gentleman, acquired in 2012.
The acronym 'AGLA' stands for the Hebrew phrase 'Atah gebur le-olam Adonai', meaning 'Thine Is The Power Throughout Endless Ages, O Lord'; it was used particularly in exorcisms, healing and divination, and was associated with Rosicrucianism. -
Medieval Iron Rowel Spur Collection
Circa 14th-16th century A.D.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £40
Comprising examples of various types, including some retaining the rowel, buckle and other fastening elements. 257 grams total, 12.1-14.5 cm
Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection.
