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LOT 1147
Eastern Roman Bronze Horse Harness Pendant
CIRCA 15TH CENTURY A.D.
1 3/4 in. (10.4 grams, 45 mm).
Comprising a slightly domed disc with raised border and triangular flange to the lower edge; suspension loop above and remains of slider bar to reverse; incuse foliage design. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
LiteratureCf. Papanikola-Bakirtzi, D. (ed.), Everyday life in Byzantium. Byzantine Hours. Works and days in Byzantium, Exhibition catalogue, Thessaloniki, White Tower October 2001-January 2002, Athens, 2002, no.488, for similar.
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