A interesting white and grey variegated marble 'Romanesque' head of a knight, probably Italian probably 13th/14th century

probably part of a Sejant, carved in almost full round, depicted with broad facial features, wearing a rosette decorated helmet with spiral twisted rim and with full chin cover

In overall good condition with some minor surface dirt, marks and scratches consistent with age. There are a few minor chips and some larger veins running through the marble. There are drill-holes probably related to an original metal mount around the forehead.
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A Sejant is the sculptural fullsize, often idealized, representation of a deceased laying on top of his tomb or effigy.