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Medieval Bust of Anthony the Anchorite
Medieval Bust of Anthony the Anchorite
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Troyes, Champagne, 15th century A.D. A carved sandstone bust of a bearded cleric with an open book at his left shoulder; depicted wearing an over gown with a scooped collar and pleated front sporting decorative studs; pierced at the left chest for attachment; believed to represent Anthony the Anchorite. 7.5 kg, 28 cm high (11 in.). US art trade, 2015. Ex central London gallery. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no11538-196249. . Anthony (251-356) was a Christian monk from Egypt, later revered as a saint. He is distinguished by various epithets including 'Anthony of Egypt', 'Anthony the Abbot', 'Anthony of the Desert', 'Anthony the Anchorite' and others. He is also known as the 'Father of All Monks' due to his importance in establishing monastic and anchorite traditions in the early church. He allegedly lived to the age of 105; his cult was promoted by the Emperor Constantine. [No Reserve]
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Medieval Bust of Anthony the Anchorite

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