Ancient Art, Antiquities & Coins
May 31, 2019
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United kingdom
The May Fair Hotel, Stratton Street, Mayfair, London, W1J 8LT, United Kingdom
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LOT 2726:
Gothic Gilt Silver Radiate Brooch
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Start price:
£
270
Estimated price:
$300 - $400
Auction house commission:
30%
VAT: On commission only
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5th century AD
A parcel-gilt silver bow brooch comprising a D-shaped headplate with seven radiating knops, shallow bow, tongue-shaped footplate with reserved spiral detailing, band of profile bird-heads to each edge with garnet cabochon eyes, D-shaped finial with mask, pin-lugs and catch to the reverse. 48.30 grams, 95mm (3 3/4"). Fine condition.
Provenance
From a private collection; formed 1965-1975.
Literature
Cf. Beck, H. et al. Fibel und Fibeltracht, Berlin, 2000, item 132(2) for type.
