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LOT 1628
Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
ANGLO-SAXON BRONZE 'KNIFE-SPOON'
7TH-10TH CENTURY A.D.
4 3/8 in. (9.77 grams, 11 cm).
7TH-10TH CENTURY A.D.
4 3/8 in. (9.77 grams, 11 cm).
Comprising an ovoid-shaped, typical almost flat bowl; round-section short neck with incised collars; flat-section handle with a loop at the end. [No Reserve]
PROVENANCE:
Property of a Cambridgeshire, UK, collector.
From his private collection since the 1970s; thence by descent circa 2000.
Ex private collection of a Bedfordshire gentleman.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
LITERATURE:
Cf. Hammond, Brett, British Artefacts, Volume 2 - Middle Saxon & Viking, pp.106-107, fig.1.16-h.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
