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LOT 1766
Medieval Gilt Bronze Plaques of Mary Magdalene and Saint John the Evangelist
ITALIAN, 16TH CENTURY A.D.
2 3/8 in. (57.2 grams total, 61 mm each).
Comprising: nimabte figure of Mary, dressed in voluminous robes, arms crossed at the chest and pierced through the edges; nimabte figure of John wearing voluminous robes, gazing down with a solemn expression on his face, hands clasped at the waist, pierced through the edges. [2]
ProvenancePrivate collection, UK.
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LOT 1766
Medieval Gilt Bronze Plaques of Mary Magdalene and Saint John the Evangelist
Estimate £300 - 400€350 - 460 (for guidance only)$410 - 540 (for guidance only)
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