A pair of 15th century English oak roof or hammer beam angels

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A pair of 15th century English oak roof or hammer beam angels Each with long flowing widespread hair, their feathered arms holding a plain shield surmounted by merlons, above a V shaped girdle, 35cm high, 16cm wide, 6cm deep For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing

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A pair of 15th century English oak roof or hammer beam angels

Lot 0026

Estimate £3,000-£5,000

Oct 6, 2026, 7:25 AM EDT

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Vernacular Furniture, Naïve Art, and Textiles

Sep 28, 2026, 7:00 AM EDT

London, UNITED KINGDOM, United Kingdom

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