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A Rare English Medieval Oak Roof Boss.

English circa 1450

The face serene and rendered with almond-shaped eyes, long straight nose and small mouth, the angel wearing pleated robes while seated on a cloud and holding an open book.

A good chunky example in good order.

Possibly Norfolk as there are similar examples in Knapton and Swaffham

Reference: Michael Rimmer The Angel Roofs of East Anglia pages 44 and 60

In good condition with slight traces of polychrome to the face.

Dimensions:

24" (61cm) High.

11" (28 cm) Wide.

5.5" (14 cm) Deep

Provenance:The Collection of  art historian and consultant Edward Mead Johnson and this was displayed at the London Belgravia Residence.