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LOT 1764
Sold for (Inc. bp): £312
MEDIEVAL LIMESTONE CORBEL OF ADAM
11TH-12TH CENTURY A.D. OR LATER
13 1/2 in. (24.4 kg, 34 cm).
11TH-12TH CENTURY A.D. OR LATER
13 1/2 in. (24.4 kg, 34 cm).
Comprising a rectangular block with lipped frontal panel, high-relief tongue-shaped mask with almond-shaped eyes, squat nose, crescent mouth, band of lobed fringe above. [No Reserve]
PROVENANCE:
From Staffordshire, UK.
From a collection acquired on the UK art market.
Property of a West Midlands, UK, private collector.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
VETTING:
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
