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LOT 1436
Post Medieval 'Thames' John Duncombe of London Pewter Plate
EARLY 18TH CENTURY A.D.
8 5/8 in. (334 grams, 22 cm wide).
A pewter plate bearing worn stamps to the reverse and a label reading 'John Duncombe London'; initials stamped to upper face of rim 'M[ ]E'. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound on the Thames foreshore, London, UK.
Acquired on the UK antiques market between 1974-1985.
Albert Ward collection, Essex, UK.
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LOT 1436
Post Medieval 'Thames' John Duncombe of London Pewter Plate
Sold for (Inc. bp): £26
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Gemstone Group
19th-20th century A.D.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £50
A group of two carved gemstones: an ellipsoid plaque with reserved profile bust of a young female with elaborately dressed hair; a miniature rock crystal stele with bust of Christ holding a book to the obverse, and to the reverse a high-relief cross aiguisée visible behind the bust. 12.8 grams total, 24-39 mm
English private collection. -
Roman Style Glass Vessel Group
20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £46
A group of ancient Roman style glass vessels: a horn-shaped vessel with animal head base and conical foot, with iridescent surfaces; a boot-shaped vessel with anklet, flared neck and suspension loops. 206 grams total, 11.2-15.5 cm high
German collection formed before 2000. Ex private European collection. -
Post Medieval Wooden Painted Head of St John
Late 16th century A.D.Estimate: £5,000 - 7,000 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £2,500
A wooden head mounted on a waisted octagonal plinth base, the head modelled naturalistically in the round and retaining extensive areas of polychrome detailing, pigmentation and gilding. 4.2 kg total, 38 cm high including stand
Ex private Dutch collection. English private collection. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.11673-199836.
The timber shows some old insect flight holes and we are advised that this piece has been recently treated with Permethrin, as a precaution.
