Medieval Bronze Madonna and Child Vesica Seal Matrix
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14th century AD. A large seal with strap and loop to the reverse; intaglio design of Madonna and Child (Mary and Jesus) within a trefoil arch with cross above, a smaller arch below between towers with supplicant figure of a praying tonsured monk; to the border the Lombardic script legend 'S' CONVENTVS F R M PREDICATORUM VRG' M' (seal of the convention ... of the preachers of the Virgin Mary?); accompanied by an impression and collector's relevant data cards. 18 grams, 46mm (1 3/4"). An important London collection of ecclesiastical seals, acquired since the 1970s; found near Rochester, Kent, UK. The latin word 'conventus' translates for 'meeting' or 'convention' and is the root for the religious community of a 'convent'; usually today associated with a female community (nunnery); in Medieval times this term was not so restricted.
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Very fine condition.
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Medieval Bronze Madonna and Child Vesica Seal Matrix
Estimate £1,200 - £1,800
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