Viking Age Bronze Horse and Rider Pendant

CIRCA 9TH-11TH CENTURY A.D.

1 1/4 in. (2.73 grams, 30 mm wide).

Comprising a profile image of a horse with fur texture on the flank, a facing mask on its back with horns above the cap forming a suspension loop;
Volga-Finnic type.

Provenance

Ex German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.

Literature

Cf. Sedov, B.B., Finno-Ugri i Balti v Epokhi Srednevekovija, Moscow, 1987, pl. I (5), for type.

CONDITION

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