Medieval Limestone Crowned Head, France, 13th-14th Century

Medieval limestone crowned head, France, 13th-14th century.
The head depicts a man with a thick beard and wearing a headband.

Medieval stone crowned heads are remarkable sculptural elements, primarily from Romanesque and Gothic religious architecture (12th-15th centuries). They often represent kings, queens, saints, angels, or biblical figures, and testify to the revival of monumental sculpture during this period. These heads were often integrated into the structure, particularly in churches. They embodied divine beauty, sacred royalty, or served as "guardians" of sacred spaces.

Our head likely belongs to the Gothic period, when features became more realistic. Despite the marks of time, it retains a captivating charm. It is a good size.

Measurements:
Head height (cm): 23;
Total height (cm): 34
W cm 18
D cm 25

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