Medieval Gilt Bronze Ostensorium with Semi-Precious Gemstones

GERMANY, COLOGNE, CIRCA 1430 A.D.

12 3/4 in. (902 grams total, 32.4 cm high including stand).

Comprising a tubular shank with lower plain collar and median ribbed and fluted collar, teardrop-shaped head with transverse tubular 'monstrance' or viewing aperture, knop to the apex of the teardrop on each face; obverse with ellipsoid and circular cells enclosing precious and semi-precious stones in a variety of shapes and colours; reverse with ring of domed studs and two hinged fastenings; mounted on a custom-made stand. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Mercier & Cie, 16 April 2023, no.214.

This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12292-221721.

CONDITION

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