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An Unusual and Rare English ‘Memento Mori’ Carved Shrine with Two Human Skulls
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An Unusual and Rare English ‘Memento Mori’ Carved Shrine with Two Human Skulls to the underside, a carved ‘Dragonfly’
Marble
16th / 17th Century
England
Size: 36cm high, 28cm wide, 14cm deep - 14¼ ins high, 11 ins wide, 5½ ins deep
Provenance:
Ex Private collection
- Dimensions:Height: 14.25 in (36.2 cm)Width: 11 in (27.94 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:16th / 17th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU9363239382092
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