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Anthropomorphic capital circa 1200 in black volcanic stone
 

 
     

 

 
Carved in a beautiful black volcanic stone, this capital is decorated with a beautiful face of a man or woman, stylized with vigor and humor, recalling the faces of the Romanesque-Gothic transition.

To the rear of the head, a round basket with leaves ending in a ball shape confirms the function of the piece as a capital, probably from a cloister.

Visible lacks. Parts of the base glued.

Material : Black stone
Origin : South of France
Provenance : Public auction sale
Date : 1170-1230
Dimensions : Height : 18,5 cm - L.: 23,5 cm - l. : 10,5 cm

 

   Price : Sold -

 
 
                

 
 

 
     

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