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LOT 1922
Post Medieval Nest of Bronze Cup Weights
17TH CENTURY A.D.
2 1/8 in. (222 grams, 54 mm).
Composed of a hinged container bearing multiple stamps to the upper face and interior; four graduated 'cup' weights stored within. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1990s-early 2000s.
East Anglian private collection.
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Post Medieval Bronze Ring Group
Circa 19th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £13
The trio composed of different styles of finger ring, the bezels set with glass inlays, including two facetted. 9.3 grams total, 15-25 mm
Acquired on the London art market, 1980s-1990s. -
Copper-Alloy Artefact and Ceramic Tile Group
20th century A.D. and earlierSold for (Inc. bp): £13
Comprising complete and fragmentary items including: Dutch glazed tiles; a Bronze Age dagger blade; buckles, figures, thimbles, coins, seals, chapes, furniture and other fittings; together with other miscellaneous items. 5.9 kg total, 1-15 cm
Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection. -
Large Post Medieval Wooden Virgin at Prayer Statue
17th century A.D.Estimate: £1,200 - 1,700 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £480
Modelled in a dynamic standing posture wearing floor-length robes, hands clasped in front of her breast; remains of polychrome pigmentation. 27.7 kg, 98 cm high
Acquired 1960s-1990s. Late Alison Barker collection, a retired London barrister.
The timber shows some old insect flight holes and we are advised that this piece has been recently treated with Permethrin, as a precaution.
