Medieval Stone Capital with Four Faces Languedoc, France, 12th century A.D. A carved, square-topped limestone capital, a stylised human head facing outwards from each corner, each with shoulder-length hair, an elongated U-shaped face featuring heavily-lidded almond-shaped eyes with recessed pupils, straight nose; traces of gilding. 13.6 kg, 22 x 22 cm (8 5/8 x 8 5/8 in.). French trade, 2013. Ex central London gallery. [No Reserve]
Price realized | 3'200 GBP |
Starting price | 5 GBP |
Estimate | 800 GBP |