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York Minster: An important Edward III monumental, carved oak roof boss from the South Transept vault, circa 1360.
From the intersection of the rib with the wall plate, boldly carved with hawthorn, including leaves, flower and branches, with vermillion and gilt decoration, mounted on a custom-made metal stand, height without the stand 46.4cm.
Provenance: York Minster, South Transept, recovered after the disastrous fire of 1984. See 'The Fires of York Minster: From AD 741 to 9 July 1984', p.19 for a photograph showing the collapsed vault, with two similar roof bosses visible amongst the timbers.
Sold with certificate of authenticity.
Dimensions
Height 78cm, Width 81cm, Depth 42cm (height without stand 46.4cm)Condition report
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- Since 1918, BADA has been the leading association for the antiques and fine art trade
- Members are elected for their knowledge, integrity and quality of stock
- Our clients are protected by BADA’s code of conduct
- Our dealers’ membership is reviewed and renewed annually
- Bada.org is a non-profit site: clients deal directly with members and they pay no hidden fees
