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LOT 1958
Post Medieval Glass Fragment Group
CIRCA 16TH-17TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/8 - 3 5/8 in. (1.6 kg total, 30-92 mm).
Comprising vessel fragments decorated with appliqués together with plain glass fragments of different colours. [30+, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1990s-early 2000s.
East Anglian private collection.
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Russian Gilt Painted Wooden Icon of Hodegetria
Circa 19th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £152
The Virgin holding the infant Christ, gesturing towards him with her right hand, wearing a carmine red maphorion embellished with golden pearled embroidery, elaborate cuffs and neckline to the himation; Christ making the blessing sign with his hand, the green chiton and orange himation embellished with red folds; both figures nimbate within a shallow recess and framed by a red border, inscription 'ΜΡ ΘΥ' for 'Mother of God' flanking the Virgin's halo, 'IC XC' for 'Jesus Christ' over the Child’s head; winged nimbate ‘Angel of God’ and nimbate Saint Matrona in rectangular panels on either side; split and repaired. 896 grams, 31.2 cm
Ex French gallery, Paris.
For the Orthodox believers, the Mother of God (Theotokos) carries a special meaning. The believers relate to her as a mother who suffered and lived through the death of her son, a figure not only of love and compassion, but also of fortitude and sacrifice. -
Post Medieval Carved Bone Bust of Christ
19th century A.D. or earlierSold for (Inc. bp): £72
Modelled in relief with semi-naturalistic features; free-standing. 200 grams, 87 mm
Acquired UK market. Ian Roper collection. -
Post Medieval Dutch Ceramic Tiles with Boating Scene
Circa 17th-18th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £104
Mauve-glazed and depicting a couple in a boat on a lake, a duck in the water. 548 grams total, 13 x 13 cm each
Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection.
