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Capital with Figural Decoration, Sandstone, France, 12th-14th Century
2700,00 zł
Cylindrical stone capitol, decorated with carved representations of male faces with mustaches and nude female figures. The top edge decorated with a band of ornaments. The interior is deeply grooved. The surface of the object bears clear traces of use – deposits and wax residues are visible. The style of the sculpture refers to Romanesque or early Gothic architecture.
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Additional information
| Weight | 0,817 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 11,5 × 8 cm |
| Type |
Architectural capital / column detail |
| Form |
Cylindrical form with upper collar and ornaments, featuring relief with male and female figures. |
| Materiał |
Sandstone |
| Kolorystyka |
Brown ,Beige |
| Technika |
Hand carving ,Relief |
| Czas powstania |
12th-14th century |
| Era |
The Middle Ages |
| Kraj pochodzenia |
France |
| State of preservation |
Very good condition; no missing parts, visible signs of use (wax deposits, stains) |
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