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LOT 0170
Estimate
GBP (£) 3,000 - 4,000
EUR (€) 3,470 - 4,630
USD ($) 4,020 - 5,360
BYZANTINE GILT BRONZE HORSE HARNESS DECORATION SET
8TH-10TH CENTURY A.D.
3/8 - 3 5/8 in. (556 grams total, 11-92 mm).
8TH-10TH CENTURY A.D.
3/8 - 3 5/8 in. (556 grams total, 11-92 mm).
Comprising: a large octofoil harness frontal plate with beaded rim and granulation; studs with quatrefoil plates; bell-shaped dangles.
PROVENANCE:
From the private collection of a London gentleman, from his grandfather's collection formed before the early 1970s.
This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12687-234699.
This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
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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.
