Migration Period Bronze Radiate-Headed Brooch Group
Late 5th-6th century A.D. Comprising two bow brooches: one with D-shaped headplate and seven bulbs cast in the half-round, shallow bow, lozengiform footplate with lappets, bulbous finial, pin-lug and catchplate to the reverse; one tinned with D-shaped headplate and five bulbs cast in the half-round, flat bow, scrolled footplate, two pin-lugs and catchplate to the reverse. 23 grams total, 58-59 mm (2 1/4 in.).
Ex David Winter collection, Kent, UK. Acquired on the UK art market in 2012. Property of a Kent lady collector.
[2, No Reserve]
Price realized | 140 GBP |
Starting price | 5 GBP |
Estimate | 80 GBP |