Lot 31
  • 31

English, 15th century

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Gargoyle
  • limestone
  • English, 15th century

Provenance

Acquired from an unknown Church, Mr. E. Clayson, Harrold, 1959;
Collection of Peter Inskip M.B.E., LondonĀ 

Condition

The gargoyle is an architectural sculpture which ha s been outside for most of its life. There is weathering to the surface throughout. There are various losses, including to the head and to the proper left arm. There is lichen to the surface.
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