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LOT 1693
Medieval Bronze Dragon Belt Fitting
15TH-16TH CENTURY A.D. OR LATER
2 1/8 in. (49 grams, 53 mm).
Rectangular block with two curved bars and dragon-head finials, the block with incised square and five roundels, similar forming the eyes; fastener for a sword-belt. [No Reserve]
Provenance
UK private collection before 2000.
On the UK art market.
Property of a London gentleman.
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