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LOT 1661
South East Asian Gilt Bronze Ceremonial Mace Fitting
CIRCA 10TH-12TH CENTURY A.D.
4 5/8 in. (419 grams, 11.8 cm).
Hollow-formed with stepped median bands and floral boses, scooped foliate edges; tiered central 'spike' with surrounding petals and radiating hatched detailing. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Acquired UK art market, 1980s-1990s.
Property of a Suffolk, UK, gentleman collector.
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