Loading, please wait...
LOT 1720
Viking Bronze Urnes Style Sword Scabbard Mount
11TH CENTURY A.D.
1 7/8 in. (7.4 grams, 47 mm).
Ellipsoid in plan with elegantly formed Urnes Style interlaced design, hatched surface texture. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a London gentleman, from his grandfather's collection formed before the early 1970s.
LiteratureCf. Williams, D., Late Saxon Stirrup-Strap Mounts, York, 1997, item 192, for similar treatment of a panel in Urnes Style knotwork.
CONDITIONTimeLine Auctions follows a 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.
-
Viking Stamped Silver Bracelet
Circa 10th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £416
With a broad domed profile, a repeated pattern of punched square-with-pellet motif, and a band of pellets at the equator. 50 grams, 71 mm
From the private collection of a London gentleman, from his grandfather's collection formed before the early 1970s. -
Viking Bronze Protective Armlet
9th-10th century A.D.Estimate: £800 - 1,000 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £400
Omega-shaped in plan with raised flange rim to both edges; bands of punched ornament to each face. 216 grams, 11.2 cm
Acquired on the UK art market, 1995-2000s. Private collection, London, UK. -
.jpg)
Viking Age Decorated Bronze Broad Axehead Pendant
9th-11th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £117
Formed with a ropework band to the edge of each cheek and the socket, doubling as the suspension loop. 5.2 grams, 33 mm wide
From the private collection of a London gentleman, from his grandfather's collection formed before the early 1970s.
