Gothic Bronze Bow Brooch
Circa 6th-7th century A.D. With narrow bow, openwork headplate with flanking bird-shapes, pierced lappets and bulbous tongue-shaped footplate; pin-lugs and catch to the reverse. Cf. Laszlo, G., The Art of the Migration Period, Coral Gables, 1974, p.127, for type. 19.6 grams, 80 mm (3 1/8 in.).
From the collection of Alan Hardcastle, circa 2017. Ex private Merseyside, UK, collection. [No Reserve]
Price realized | 45 GBP |
Starting price | 5 GBP |
Estimate | 40 GBP |