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Anglo-Scandinavian Viking Stirrup Mount with Bull
Anglo-Scandinavian Viking Stirrup Mount with Bull
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Description
11th century AD. A bronze Anglo-Scandinavian stirrup mount of Williams's Class A Type 16, a rectangular plaque with high-relief tendril and scroll ornament, facing beast-head above with everted ears, pierced lug above; ledge to the reverse. Cf. Williams, D., Late Saxon Stirrup-Strap Mounts, York, 1997, item 360, for type. 28.2 grams, 54mm high (2"). Acquired on the UK antiques market between 1974-1985. Albert Ward collection (part 2), Essex, UK. This form of stirrup mount is among the rarer types, and the present piece is in exceptional condition showing no substantial loss and little accretion.[A video of this lot is available to view on Timeline Auctions Website.]
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Very fine condition.
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Anglo-Scandinavian Viking Stirrup Mount with Bull

Estimate £800 - £1,000
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Starting Price £700

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