Lot 16 Dα

Probably Burgundy 16th century

Two female heads carved from limestone

Limestone, carved in the round, with minimal remains of partial polychromy. These two heads of women crowned with garlands of flowers are broken off at the necks. The pieces were designed for a slightly lowered viewpoint and the tops of the heads are flattened, indicating that they may have been designed for decorative brackets.
Wear with minor losses. Mounted on a modern metal stand. Height 24 and 22 cm.