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22.11.2021

Pendant

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Educational Tradition/Artistic Style: Showcasing the Borre style

Cultural and Temporal Context: Originating from the Viking culture during the 10th century

Discovery/Acquisition Location: Found in Europe, specifically in the British Isles, in Norfolk, England, at Little Snoring

Materials: Crafted from sterling silver and adorned with gold and niello

Craftsmanship Technique: Constructed through casting, gilding, and niello work

Description: This pendant is made of cast sterling silver and features an openwork design with a Borre-style pattern. In the center, there is a depiction of a grasping beast enclosed within a frame. Additionally, the pendant is adorned with four protruding animal heads.

The hinge of the pendant is notable for its central ridge and a double median groove. The reverse side of the pendant is left undecorated. Small areas of gilding and blackening are visible on the surface of the pendant, adding to its artistic and visual appeal.

Varby Pendant

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