Renaissance Stained Glass Armorial with Flowers

Comprising: a medieval stone mason's chisel; two post medieval foot pattens (17th-18th century A.D.) for an adult and a child, composed of a ring with extended tongue fitted with iron rivets used to secure the ring to a wooden platform; a 16th-17th century two prong fork with handle replacement; mounted on a backing board. 563 grams total, 15-18.5 cm



From the collection of the famous author, writer and speaker, Gordon Bailey, Essex, UK; formed since 1968.

Iron pattens first came into use probably in 17th century A.D., and gained popularity by the first half of this century. The original design of the patten was that of one piece of shaped wood, but this evolved into to a wooden platform attached to the underside of an iron ring. The foot pattens were forerunners of the Wellington boot which came into use in 19th century A.D.

Modelled in the round, figure of a woodwose or rustic figure with fur texture over his body; wreath of leaves to brow and sash belt tied at his waist; socket to right hand, hole to top of head; from a candleholder; mounted on a custom-made stand. 1.17 kg total, 19.7 cm including stand



with Christie's, New York, 23 April 2021, no.40. Ex central London gallery.

Carved in the round with legs crossed and nail to the feet, hands pierced for attachment; the head tilted with short beard, wearing a loincloth secured by a rope belt; detailed musculature; one thumb absent. 176 grams, 37 cm



Private collection, England.