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Medieval Gilt Copper Mounts of Mary Magdalene and Saint John the Evangelist Medieval Gilt Copper Mounts of Mary Magdalene and Saint John the Evangelist Medieval Gilt Copper Mounts of Mary Magdalene and Saint John the Evangelist
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LOT 1898

Medieval Gilt Copper Mounts of Mary Magdalene and Saint John the Evangelist

ITALY, 16TH CENTURY A.D.

2 1/4 in. (74.9 grams total, 57-58 mm).

Both saints shown nimbate and dressed in voluminous robes, Mary's long hair cascading down her shoulders and holding an ointment jar in her hands. [2]

Provenance

Private collection, UK.

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LOT 1898

Medieval Gilt Copper Mounts of Mary Magdalene and Saint John the Evangelist

Sold for (Inc. bp): £211

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