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LOT 845
Sold for (Inc. bp): £3,105
MEDIEVAL - IRISH DRINKING HORN BIRD MOUNT
(8.71 grams, 52.69 mm.).
(8.71 grams, 52.69 mm.).
10th-12th century AD. An aviform mount comprising a sharply beaked head extending to a curved D-section neck with herringbone patterning along the sides, its back and tail decorated with a pattern of inlaid yellow enamel lozenge panels, between its vestigial legs a fine transverse pin allowing it to be attached to a drinking horn.
PROVENANCE:
Found Shropshire.
LITERATURE:
Cf. Wallace & Ó Floinn, Treasures of the National Museum of Ireland, Dublin, 2002 fig.6:6.
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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.
