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LOT 2081
Post Medieval Bronze Crotal Bell Group
17TH-18TH CENTURY A.D.
1 - 1 1/2 in. (375 grams total, 27-40 mm).
All with suspension loop, slot to underside and vents above; some with incised decoration. [14, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound East Anglia, UK.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
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Gold Fede Ring with Hands Holding a Heart
Mid-17th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,690
With a gold flat-section hoop, bezel formed as two hands supporting a heart, a flower ornament to each shoulder with traces of white enamel. 3.24 grams, 21.13 mm overall, 18.50 mm internal diameter (approximate size British O 1/2, USA 7 1/4, Europe 15.61, Japan 15)
From an old European collection, 1990s. From a Cambridgeshire, UK, private collection. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
The fine craftsmanship and design suggest it could have been a ring commemorating the wedding of Charles II and Catherine of Braganza in 1662. -
Post Medieval Bronze Plaque with Lamb of God
19th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
Discoid plaque with four lobes to the outer rim, central low-relief image of Agnus Dei, depicted as a lamb carrying a cross, pelletted border. 190 grams, 16.5 cm
Acquired on the UK art market in the 1970s-1990s. Property of a Nottinghamshire, UK, gentleman. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato. -
Post Medieval Nativity Doll Collection
Italian, late 19th-early 20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £65
Group of figures from a nativity scene with painted ceramic heads, arms and legs, detailed fabric costumes, accessories. 1 kg total, 6.7-25 cm
Acquired on the UK art market in the 1990s. From the Dr Ince collection, N.W. London, UK. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
