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LOT 1787
Anglo-Saxon Bronze Strap End Collection
8TH-9TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/4 - 2 1/4 in. (40.8 grams total, 32-56 mm).
Including beast-head, Trewhiddle and other types. [6, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired on the European art market since the early 2000s.
From the private Northern Ireland collection of R.M.
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Late Saxon Enamelled Gilt Bronze Brooch
Circa 11th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £260
With circular frame enclosing a cloisonné enamel cinquefoil design in shades of blue and red, radiating lobes to the rim, each with an enamel fill. 6.29 grams, 29 mm
Acquired on the European art market since the early 2000s. From the private Northern Ireland collection of R.M. -
Saxon Bronze Pin Set Pin Head
6th-7th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £117
Flat-section disc with central hole, two bands of incised ring-and-dot motifs; chipped at junction with pin. 8.64 grams, 48 mm
UK private collection before 2000. Acquired on the UK art market. Property of a London gentleman. -
Hiberno-Saxon Gilt Bronze Buckle Plate
8th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £2,210
Rectangular in plan with hinge knuckle to one short end; ropework outer edges and raised saltires, on a field of chip-carved triskeles and other motifs; low socket to reverse. 6.62 grams, 34 mm
Found North Yorkshire, UK.
The style of decoration is typical of Hiberno-Saxon metalwork associated with the influence of Irish missionaries in England.
