A BYZANTINE BRONZE PADLOCK IN THE SHAPE OF A PEACOCK
Circa 9th-12th century AD.
Figural padlock in the shape of a peacock with folded wings. Decorated with incised lines and ring-and-dot motifs. Complete except for part of the crest and the shackle/spring assembly.
L 43 mm, H 53 mm

Ex European private collection, acquired on the German art market before 2000.