Bidspirit auction | Monumental Brass Rubbing of an

Monumental Brass Rubbing of an Ecclesiastical Figure - This item is a monumental brass rubbing depicting a full-length male figure, likely an ecclesiastical or academic subject, characterized by long, draped robes with wide sleeves and a distinctive bowl-cut hairstyle typical of the 15th century. Documentation on the reverse includes a typed informational sheet regarding the history and techniques of monumental brass rubbings. A handwritten inscription on the backing board states: MADE AT ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST CHURCH ALDENHAM, HERTS, UK AUGUST 1990. Frame: 29 x 16 inches. The rubbing is in very good condition with no evidence of foxing, toning, or paper damage visible through the glazing. The contrast is strong and the line work remains sharp. The contemporary metal frame and mat are in good condition with only minor shelf wear. The mounting hardware on the reverse is secure.