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Behind the root of the tree is the figure of a stag; at the top is a coat of arms with the letters I.Z.W.; Below are figures of a merman and a mermaid, and an eagle, which may be a heraldic device. The background of the figures appears to have traces of gilding. At the sides are two male herms with their arms crossed; the back is unworked. 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