Loading, please wait...
LOT 1686
Anglo-Scandinavian Viking Bronze Urnes Mount
LATE 11TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/4 in. (10.9 grams, 33 mm).
The openwork body formed as sinuous zoomorphic interlace in the Urnes style. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound Pulham Market, Norfolk, UK.
From an old private collection of Norfolk, UK, gentleman, formed since 1998.
Accompanied by a copy of the British Museum's Portable Antiquities Scheme (PAS) report no.NMS-0139C1.
TimeLine Auctions follows a 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.
-
Viking Period Decorated Bronze Bracelet
Circa 9th-11th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £143
Flat-section ellipsoid plaque with reserved scooped panels on a chased field, knop finials. 8.9 grams, 61 mm
UK private collection before 2000. Acquired on the UK art market. Property of a London gentleman. -
Anglo-Scandinavian Viking Bronze Stirrup Mount with Howling Beast
11th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £208
Heater-shaped in profile with trefoil knop above and fixing pin; high-relief profile wolf with head thrown back and one forepaw raised; ledge to reverse with ferrous stud; Williams's Class A, type 11. 27 grams, 48 mm
Found Norfolk, UK. From an old private collection of Norfolk, UK, gentleman, formed since 1998. -
Viking Silver Bead and Hacked Bar Group
8th-11th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £98
Comprising: a fusiform bead with ribbed outer surface; roughly cut segment of a silver ingot often called 'hack silver'. 9.2 grams total, 16-17 mm
From the collection of the famous author, writer and speaker, Gordon Bailey, Essex, UK; formed since 1968.
