Loading, please wait...
LOT 1438
Post Medieval Armorial Ring with Crown in Shield
17TH-18TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (10.41 grams, 27.23 mm overall, 21.02 mm internal diameter (approximate size British U, USA 10, Europe 22.33, Japan 21)).
A copper-alloy armorial ring composed of a convex hoop expanding at the shoulders to a shield-shaped plaque engraved with a crown surmounted by a cross, the shoulders embellished with swirling motifs. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired in the late 1990s-2000.
Property of an East London gentleman.
TimeLine Auctions follows a 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.
-
Naples Cameo Group
Late 19th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £72
A group of four coral cameos displaying ladies of fashion in relief, each individual in pose, character and detail. 1.49 grams total, 8-12 mm
From the collection of G.M.R.H., London, UK. -
Half Life-Size Post Medieval Wooden Painted St George and Mount Statue
18th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £8,450
A dynamic horse and mounted St George figure in wood; the helmetted rider with billowing cloak; gesso and polychrome; approximately half life-size; mounted on an elaborate custom-made display stand; repaired. 76 kg, 1.77 m high including stand
English private collection. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.11672-199837.
Likely derived from a religious scene. The timber shows some old insect flight holes and we are advised that this piece has been recently treated with Permethrin, as a precaution. -
Post Medieval Silver Apostle Paul Statuette
18th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £130
A silver figure modelled in the round as the Apostle Paul, standing on a polygonal base, wearing a voluminous floor-length robe, clasping the Bible to the right side of his breast, holding a sword in his left hand, semi-naturalistic detailing to his face, beard and hair. 58.2 grams, 66 mm high
Fine condition.
Austrian private collection since circa 1995. Ex central London gallery.