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English Medieval Extremely Rare Church Pew Animal Carvings

$6,200per set
£4,733.67per set
€5,469.72per set
CA$8,703.63per set
A$9,701.10per set
CHF 5,089.83per set
MX$118,466.23per set
NOK 64,448.36per set
SEK 60,913.50per set
DKK 40,822.87per set

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English Medieval Extremely Rare Church Pew Animal Carvings Pair of extraordinary animal carvings from the 15th century. A cat playing with a mouse and a dog with a bat wing in its paw. In medieval art animals carried a rich symbolic association often drawn from the Bible. These carvings were part of a broader medieval fascination with animals and their symbolic meaning. They are often found in churches on various objects. This pair served as armrests on choir pew ends. Many 15th century English churches are still in service with all the original interior present. This explains the rarity of such carvings available. They can be found in museums across the U.K. and only a few made it into the trade. This pair is in good antique condition. Wear commensurate with about 500+ years of age and use. Exceptional colour and patination. Similar choir stall animal carvings are in the collection at the Metropolitan Museum Cloister, New York. Measurements: Cat - L 13” x H 6” x D 2.5” Dog - L 13” x H 6” x D 2.5”
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6 in (15.24 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)Depth: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Medieval (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wood,Hand-Carved
  • Period:
    15th Century and Earlier
  • Date of Manufacture:
    15th Century
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: This pair served as armrests on choir pew ends. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Vero Beach, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3915345247442

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