SELJUK BRONZE PAIR OF HANDLES WITH ANIMAL HEADS

Ca. 1100-1200 AD
A bronze pair of handles exhibit a captivating blend of functionality and artistic finesse. Comprising round-section shanks culminating in gracefully tapered drop-shaped finials, these handles were intended to be affixed to a diverse array of objects, infusing them with an air of elegance and sophistication. Notably, the central focal point of each handle is adorned with the emergence of an animal head, presumably that of a feline. The delicate incisions adorning the visage of these captivating creatures reveal remarkable attention to detail, with intricately rendered eyes, noses, and mouths.
Size: L:90-110mm / W:135-150mm ; 735g
Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.
Estimate: GBP 200 - 300