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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]

Provenance

Private 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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