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06.10.2021

Box brooch

Design/style: Urnes design

Cultural era: Viking Age

Date of creation: 11th century

Origin/Procurement: Northern Europe, specifically Scandinavia, Gotland, Sweden

This is a multifaceted, rectangular brooch adorned with architectural guide markings. It features a raised central boss and four quadrupeds on the top, as well as four human-like columns on the sides. The brooch is adorned with appliqués and gilded details in blackened silver. The base is made of riveted copper alloy and showcases intricate Urnes-style animal patterns created through casting and mortising techniques. Additionally, it boasts a cast bearded pin head and a cast latch. Unfortunately, some of the original gold-embellished leaf appliqués and twisted silver wire are no longer present.

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