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Rare English Romanesque Limestone Capital on Stand

$4,646.69
£3,375
€3,975.24
CA$6,365.73
A$7,063.32
CHF 3,699.92
MX$86,615.22
NOK 47,061.67
SEK 44,424.21
DKK 29,645.88
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About the Item

This weathered English Romanesque limestone capital is centuries old, dating from the Norman era of the 11th and 12th centuries. Originating from Oxfordshire, it is decoratively hand carved, perhaps once forming part of an interior or exterior of a prominent Norman building. A rare find, this beautifully preserved stone capital is a piece of English architectural history, mounted on a bespoke steel stand for use as a display piece for a live-in museum or interior. Capital: H47 x W36 x D30 cm (H 18.50 x W 14.17 x D 11.81 inch). Base: 30 x 30 cm (11.81 x 11.81 inch).
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18.51 in (47 cm)Width: 14.18 in (36 cm)Depth: 11.82 in (30 cm)
  • Style:
    Medieval (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1150
  • Condition:
    Good structural condition. Minor chips, scuffs and weathering. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor Losses, scuffs, and scratches.
  • Seller Location:
    Wormelow, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 9329981stDibs: LU2096333429672

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