A Small Medieval Marble Cowled Head on Ebonised Stand c.1200-1400 antiques fronted by carved cabriole acanthus

fronted by carved cabriole acanthus leaf legs

The condition of the relief panels is as to be expected from these nomadic pieces that would have travelled across America

the rear sabre legs extended

The beautifully proportioned six-inch terrestrial globe with uncalibrated brass half meridian on a turned ebonised base

he is mainly remembered for his earlier works that took a realistic approach to the conditions of life of the poor

A Small Medieval Marble Cowled Head on Ebonised Stand c.1200-1400 antiques fronted by carved cabriole acanthusOrigin: English Period: Medieval Provenance: An old Hampshire collection; found Barnfield, Bedfordshire, UK Date: c. 1200 1400 Height: 5. 75 inches (the whole) or 3. 75 inches (the head) Base Diameter: 2. 75 inches Weight: 479 grams The medieval period marble carved as a female bust with cowl, her mouth open; mounted on a custom made ebonised stand survives in fine, though weathered, condition from the 12th 14th centuries. Considering the considerable