Norman English Sandstone Grotesque Facepuller on Stand Sofas Dimensions: 120” H x 72”

Dimensions: 120” H x 72” W

Relief carved eye and teeth as well as carved silhouette

Made of solid terracotta and decorated in early and now deeply faded polychrome

In stunning condition

An inexplicably rare stone relief carving of the Romano Celtic god Cocidius

Norman English Sandstone Grotesque Facepuller on Stand Sofas Dimensions: 120” H x 72”Originates from: England Era: Early 12th Century Dimensions: 10 H x 8 W x 10 D Extremely rare and beautiful Norman English grotesque facepuller sandstone sculpture, dating to the early 12th century. A very rare form, with two arms pulling at his own face likely an allegory for gluttony. Originally an architectural element, this sculpture is a rare survivor of this form and is extremely stunning in its own way. Standing on a contemporary base.