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Head of a bearded man in limestone sculpted in...

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Head of a bearded man in limestone sculpted in the round with minimal traces of polychromy. Large face with slightly protruding almond-shaped eyes marked by crow's feet; mouth with loose lips; locks of different lengths with strong waves framing the face. Lower Normandy, Caen, first third of the 14th century Height : 15 cm - Width : 15,5 cm - Depth : 14 cm Base bearing a label with the inscription Apostle's head in limestone, circa 1300. From the rubble of the Saint-Jean district in Caen. (some accidents) Provenance : former collection of the art trade, Basse-Normandie