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A 17th Century, Charles II Period, English Antique Carved Oak Panel Depicting A Cockatrice, circa 1680
A 17th Century, Charles II Period, English Antique Carved Oak Panel Depicting A Cockatrice, circa 1680
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A 17th-century English antique carved oak panel, circa 1680.
Depicting a "Cockatrice", a mythical beast - a blend of a two-legged dragon, wyvern, or serpent with a rooster’s head. According to legend, it hatches from an egg laid by a rooster and is incubated by a toad or snake. The cockatrice is notorious for its ability to kill people by looking at them, touching them, or even breathing on them. Interestingly, only weasels were immune to its deadly gaze!
A decorative item that displays well.
Condition: Please refer to the images. The front has been refinished at a later date. A further condition report is available upon request.
Size: Height 26 cm x Width 35.7 cm X Depth 1.25 cm (10 1/4" x 14" x 1/2")
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