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LOT 1590
Medieval Silver-Gilt Fitting Group
14TH-15TH CENTURY A.D.
1/2 - 3/4 in. (11.6 grams total, 13-20 mm).
Comprising: a lozengiform fitting with raised foliage and central rose, possibly a junction; remains of a buckle with a rose and slender scrolling ornament to the plate; remains of a ring brooch ornamented with pellets and possible animal heads; openwork plate formed as a head or skull between scrolling foliage, bar below and loop above. [4, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired on the UK market, 1990s.
Property of a retired academic.
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Medieval Gilt Bronze Lion Finial
14th-15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £520
Modelled in the half-round standing with head left on a plinth base, rectangular fixing socket to underside. 25.1 grams, 32 mm high
‘The Ancient Menagerie Collection’ formerly the property of a Cambridgeshire lady, collected since the 1990s and acquired from auctions and dealers throughout Europe and the USA, now ex London collection. -
Medieval and Other Bronze Ring Collection
14th-16th century A.D. and laterEstimate: £150 - 200 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £75
Mainly composed of finger rings with decorative bezels, including examples with geometric, floral and shaped designs. 96 grams total, 16-30 mm
Acquired on the London art market, 1980s-1990s. -
Renaissance Gold Ring with Young Satyr Gemstone
Circa 16th century A.D. or earlierEstimate: £7,000 - 9,000 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £3,750
With round-section shank and dished bezel, inset glass cabochon displaying a youthful male bust in three-quarter view, possibly Apollo. 20.22 grams, 28.60 mm overall, 18.96 mm internal diameter (approximate size British R 1/2, USA 8 3/4, Europe 19.38, Japan 18)
Acquired in the 1980s on the London art market. Ex Walsh collection. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.11906-207091.
