Lot Essay
For a similar example see no. 417 in Megaw and Megaw, Celtic Art, From its Beginnings to the Book of Kells.
CIRCA 6TH-7TH CENTURY A.D.
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FOUR ANGLO-SAXON BRONZE ESCUTCHEONS
circa 6th-7th century a.d.
Originally from a hanging bowl, each with a rosette in the center framed by spiral scrolling, enhanced by enamel inlay, their backs notched perhaps to indicate positioning on the bowl
1 3/8 in. (3.5 cm.) diameter
circa 6th-7th century a.d.
Originally from a hanging bowl, each with a rosette in the center framed by spiral scrolling, enhanced by enamel inlay, their backs notched perhaps to indicate positioning on the bowl
1 3/8 in. (3.5 cm.) diameter