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LOT 0333

Large Anglo-Saxon Bronze Great Square-Headed Brooch

LATE 5TH-6TH CENTURY A.D.

5 1/2 in. (72 grams, 13.9 cm).

Comprising a rectangular headplate with openwork masks to the outer edge, imprint of fabric to the central panel; shallow bow with three vertical ribs; lappets below the bow, footplate developing to a triangular facing mask with domed eyes and concentric triangles, openwork finial with pelta-shaped panel; pin-lug and catch with ancient repair to the reverse.

Provenance

Found Seaham, Co Durham, UK.
Property of a Durham private collector.

Literature

Cf. MacGregor, A. & Bolick, E., A Summary Catalogue of the Anglo-Saxon Collections (Non-Ferrous Metals), Oxford, 1993, item 14.3, for type.

CONDITION

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LOT 0333

Large Anglo-Saxon Bronze Great Square-Headed Brooch

Sold for (Inc. bp): £910

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