NHER 23277 (Find Spot record) - Medieval grotesque corbels at Church Farm
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Summary
Two fascinating medieval corbels were found in the garden of the property. The corbels are grotesque and depict human faces.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Location
| Map sheet | TF71SW |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | PENTNEY, WEST NORFOLK, NORFOLK |
Map
Full Description
Found in garden of house.
Two medieval grotesque corbels. 1. Man's head with salamanders round it and one issuing from mouth. 2. Distorted face with finger in mouth. These cannot be 'listed buildings' because they are 'mobile objects'.
Information from [1].
E. Rose (NAU) 2 February 1987.
Associated Sources (1)
- --- SNF57722 Record Card: NAU Staff. 1974-1988. Norfolk Archaeological Index Primary Record Card.
Site and Feature Types and Periods (1)
Object Types (1)
- CORBEL (Medieval - 1066 AD to 1539 AD)
Related NHER Records (0)
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Record last edited
Nov 16 2006 11:31AM