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Monumental Pair of Medieval Antique Italian Church Armorial Shields
About the Item
A magnificent pair of large one-of-a-kind medieval Italian armorial shield church architectural elements.
Dating to around the late 15th century, hand-crafted in Italy, most impressive size, standing over 6-feet tall, bow front shaped shield form, polychrome painted Memento Mori - The Wars of the Roses (1455–1487) motif, heavily worn and distressed patina adds to the elegant rustic warmth, sophisticated antique character and rich European old world charm.
Provenance / Acquisition:
Formerly owned by a prominent family estate in L'isle Sur la Sorgue, France.
Belgium antiques store where they were featured in numerous decorative arts and design blogs
Imported into the States by Antiquities Warehouse, Phoenix, Arizona.
Acquired from the highly reputable auction house, Bright Star Antiques, Sulfur Springs, Texas.
Dimensions: (approx)
75" High, 42" Wide, 9" Deep (each)
- Dimensions:Height: 75 in (190.5 cm)Width: 42 in (106.68 cm)Depth: 9 in (22.86 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Renaissance (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1475
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. Good original unrestored antique condition with beautifully aged patina. Wear consistent with age and use, including scattered losses.
- Seller Location:Forney, TX
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5977232400062
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