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Anglo-Scandinavian Viking Bronze Belt Mount with Entwined Beast Anglo-Scandinavian Viking Bronze Belt Mount with Entwined Beast Anglo-Scandinavian Viking Bronze Belt Mount with Entwined Beast
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LOT 1733

Anglo-Scandinavian Viking Bronze Belt Mount with Entwined Beast

10TH-11TH CENTURY A.D.

1 3/8 in. (6.1 grams, 36 mm).

Rectangular panel pierced at each corner for attachment; low-relief 'hippocamp' zoomorphic figure with arched neck, curved beak, coiled rear body. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Found East Anglia, UK.
Acquired on the UK art market.

Footnotes

The design shows elements of Irish influence.

CONDITION
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LOT 1733

Anglo-Scandinavian Viking Bronze Belt Mount with Entwined Beast

Sold for (Inc. bp): £260

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