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LOT 2015
Tudor Period Iron Artefact Collection
CIRCA 14TH-16TH CENTURY A.D.
3 - 5 5/8 in. (287 grams total, 7.7-15 cm).
Including a table knife and fork, awl, nail-cleaner and swivel-mounted collar, mounted on a fabric-covered display board with titling panels. [5, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of the famous author, writer and speaker, Gordon Bailey, Essex, UK; formed since 1968.
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Cased Post Medieval 'Published' Beer Tap and Key Collection
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From the collection of the famous author, writer and speaker, Gordon Bailey, Essex, UK; formed since 1968. -
Pumtek Necklace Bead Group
20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £169
Comprising beads carved from petrified wood with added traditional designs; each pierced for stringing. 96 grams total, 12-46 mm
UK gallery, early 2000s. -
Framed Marble Bust of a Crying Baby
Early 20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £182
With brass plate 'La Vie en Perspective: L'épingle qui pique' (Life in Perspective: the pin which pricks); finely modelled infant's face with open mouth and protruding tongue; lace borders to the hooded garment and ribbon tied beneath the throat; wooden frame with gilt and velvet field. 5.5 kg, 54.5 x 49 cm
Acquired on the UK art market.