Medieval - Gothic sculpture in limestone - Crowned Virgin

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Ruth Garrido Vila
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.

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Gothic limestone bust of a crowned Virgin, medieval, dating to the 14th–16th century, with a height of 27.8 cm, width 15.4 cm and weight 3.8 kg, in good condition.

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Bust of the crowned Virgin in limestone
This bust was part of a larger sculpture
Probably Gothic period, Germany, 12th-13th century
Height 27.8 cm - width 15.4 cm - weight 3.8 kg
White limestone with a gray-beige patina, wear
Under the base, an old piece of fabric bearing traces of silk velvet

Provenance: Germany, H.T.A. gallery

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Seller's Story

Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects. All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal. An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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Bust of the crowned Virgin in limestone
This bust was part of a larger sculpture
Probably Gothic period, Germany, 12th-13th century
Height 27.8 cm - width 15.4 cm - weight 3.8 kg
White limestone with a gray-beige patina, wear
Under the base, an old piece of fabric bearing traces of silk velvet

Provenance: Germany, H.T.A. gallery

The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license, are arranged. (Cultural object passport)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days
All of the seller's items are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning provenance.

Seller's Story

Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects. All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal. An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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Details

Culture
Medieval
Century/timeframe
14ème /16ème siècle
Name of object
- Gothic sculpture in limestone - Crowned Virgin
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
FranceVerified
4488
Objects sold
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.

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