SILENT FILM: a collection of ephemera including 'The Battle Cry of Civilization', British Press Book, (1916) Equity British Films Ltd., printed Rawlings & Walsh Ltd., 44pp. photo. illus., 56.5cm x 44cm: eight typed autograph letters, 8pp., a total of 83 lines, 1971 - 1972, correspondence between cinema historian Henry Anthony Vaughn Bulleid, and business affairs manager Garth Pedler, The Silent Picture magazine, relating to articles H.A.V submitted for publication including a copy of his 10pp. article for 'Hell's Hinges': Alice Brady, eleven publicity stills, 'The New York Idea', Realart Pictures and 'After Divorce What?', Crest Films, ca. 1920s: 1925 Christie-Ideal Production of 'Charley's Aunt', 2pp. 48 b/w. contact photo. prints, further dated in the negative 3.2.45, the images 4cm x 3cm: sold with a few other technical film pamphlets, publications, cuttings, and twenty five issues of Amateur Cineworld, 1941 - 1946. (qty)Provenance: the property of the late Henry Anthony Vaughn Bulleid (1912 - 2009) writer, railway engineer, and cinema historian specialising in the silent film era, by descent to the vendor. Condition Report variable condition, Amateur Cineworld with some wear to covers, the letters mostly clean condition, The Battle Cry of Civilization - text top r.h. 'In Sound' crossed out and the word 'Silent' written in pencil, fold creases, light creasing overall, small clean edge tears to top and lower centre, a small hole in centre of front page, light wear to page edges o/w. reasonable condition. also includes Cinema Quarterly, 1933: Cinema, Spring, 1934: Pie's Film Book A Hutchinson Pocket Special n.d.: Film Review, Penguin, 1947, Penguin 1947, Filmgoers Review, Forsyth Hardy, Albyn Press, Edinburgh, 1946 -47: and Lulu Brooks, Lulu in Hollywood, Arrow Books, 1982
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A vintage Jaeger LeCoultre pocket alarm clock, circa 1969, ref 11074.71, the brushed gold dial with black Roman numerals, minute markers and luminous hour dots, date aperture at 3 o'clock, inner gold dial with black triangle arrow to set the alarm, movement cal 911, serial 2133570, case number 1385531, black case with folding gilt metal cover folding to form a stand, dial 28mm, 45.1g, 3.7 by 5cm high, with black leather slip cover.
A vintage Tissot stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch, circa 1960, circular silvered dial with luminous even cardinal numerals, gold arrow batons for the odd numerals, minute track, gold hands with green to minute hand, recessed subsidiary seconds dial, 15 jewels movement, serial 2839391, caseback stamped '6787 88-2', on a Firths stainless steel bracelet strap with 'Bonklip' clasp, dial 25mm, case 3mm, 35mm across crown.
A William IV silver pair cased key wind pocket watch, the white enamel dial with black Roman numerals and minute track, gold arrow hands, lensed glass to the front, gilt verge fusee movement with pierced and engraved balance cock and plates, signed Jno Hyde, Sleaford, numbered 57953, case also numbered 57953, John Martin Harding, London 1835, also marked WF, London 1836 to the neck, with five paper repairers labels to the outer case, dial 45mm, case 50mm, 47mm across to top of loop, outer case 57mm, with an attached short steel fob chain with a drilled silver Roman coin, 15cm, 195.8g gross.
An Unusual French Revolutionary Period Riddle Fan, the monture of bone, with some light carving and painting to the upper guards. The double paper leaf, hand coloured, shows two couples in extravagant 18th century dress, the ladies appearing to be beseeching the gentleman to share their affections. Cupid floats on a cloud between them, holding both a flaming torch and his bow and arrow, tokens of Love. To each side the leaf features a vignette containing symbols, enclosed in green and pink draperies. The left section contains the word ''DE'' in capitals, with a yellow pitcher, a spray of flowers, and, possibly, a heart. To the right, the word ''VOEUX'' (wishes), a standard bush, and a yellow crown. Both sections contain what could be a letter ''L''. Thus, this is an example of a riddle fan, the sounds when the symbols are spoken aloud giving the meanings. From the left, ''Elle possède mon Coeur'' from L (elle) po (dessin d'un pot) + ssè (dessin d'un ''cep'' - de vigne) + de + mon (dessin d'un mont) + cœur (dessin d'un cœur), and to the right, ''elle couronne mes vœux '' from L + couronne + mes (dessin d'un arbre de mai) + vœux. The leaf is bordered with gold and a subtle ruby. The verso is plain. Guard length 10.75 inches or 27.5cm. Infinite thanks to Ondine P-P and Georgina L-B of the Circle de l'Eventail, Paris, for their invaluable assistance with this puzzle.. In generally good order and strong. When closed, the sticks in the gorge centre are seen to be bowed. Both guards have a crack near the top but there is no obvious repair. The leaf has light foxing to the verso and one or two folds may have been re-secured.
The Toilet of Venus: A Large Early 18th Century Ivory Fan, the upper guards plain, the lower sections shaped and carved at the shoulder and mid gorge, and particularly at the head, which splays when the fan is open. The single vellum leaf, mounted à l'Anglaise, shows a brightly colourful depiction of Venus at her Toilet, outside on a veranda with imposing Italianate buildings to the background, surrounded by handmaidens, one proffering a large mirror, others seeking to please their mistress, a jewellery box to the foreground, cherubs playing in front of a fountain, the water spouting from the mouth of a large fish. Cupid holds his bow and arrow to the right, to the side of a maiden creating floral displays. The verso is plain. Guard length approx. 11.25 inches or 28.5cm. Together with A Circa 1760's Découpé Fan, the monture of ivory, carved and pierced in classical fashion, the double leaf painted with garlands and sprays of flowers, some traditional, some more of the wild. The découpage follows the top border and down into vertical panels at regular intervals. The verso is painted with simple red flowers. Guard length approx. 10.25 inches or 26cm; finally, An 18th Century Ivory Fan with a pink theme. The shaped guards are carved and painted with pink blooms. The gorge has a look of a pagoda fan at the shoulder, with the top of the sticks forming two or three straight sections not usually seen on such a folding fan. The pastoral scene of a musical gathering, led by Cupid playing his pipe, is painted in shades of pink against a silvered background, and the small object painted on the gorge continue this theme. The verso, silvered, is painted with pink flowers. Guard length approx. 10.5 inches or 26.5cm (3). Good, strong colours retained. Both guards have old nailed repairs with metal plates at the shoulders. Some wear and slight damage mid-leaf bottom edge where the sticks have come detached from the ribs. The second fan has damage to the decoupage. The upper guard lacks the first 5 cm and the other guard looks to have been repaired at the same point. One gorge stick has broken but the section is present, but the colours remain strong. A pretty and feminine fan despite faults. The final fan has a break to the upper guard with a small section missing. That guard is stuck to the first stick in. The silvered leaf is dull, as is the silvering on the guards.
The Molier Circus Fan, 1883, bearing a poem by Gaston Jolivet on the verso. Dated on the recto 17th mai 1883, this fan design is by John-Lewis Brown, born in Bordeaux in 1829. The wood monture, polished on the guards which are also shaped to resemble twigs, bears a double paper leaf. The recto shows scenes from a circus, and is dedicated by the artist ''A son ami Molier'' above the date and his signature. Printed and hand coloured, showing to the left the Ringmaster and his prancing horse, centrally a female performer riding side saddle, holding an open folding fan with leaf showing an arrow within a red heart, and in the foreground, a couple of performers taking their bow after their Act, the lady holding a bouquet of flowers. To the right, above the dedication, a clown with bouffant hair, his body protruding from within a pantomime horse costume with the horse's head and tail and a red cape. On the back, a poem or song in five verses written in blue, in French, appearing to be original rather than printed, entitled ''Salut à Molier'' and signed to the right Gaston Jollivet mai 1883. Guard length 11.25 inches or 28.5cm Ernest Molier, not to be confused with Molière, is an almost legendary figure from the Belle Epoque, a man whose interest in the equestrian arts led him, eventually, in 1880, to open a circus in Paris, 6 rue Bénouville, the 16 ième. Much frequented by Aristocrats, actors and journalists (and featuring them as performers), the circus featured gymnastics, dance and pantomime. Mata Hari once performed there as a horse rider. Gaston Jollivet was a journalist and playwright in the period.. In need of some leaf securing, with most folds either nicked or slightly more along the top edge, and one verso fold lifting, but generally quite sound and the monture is strong.
WW2 South African Medal group comprising of 1939-45 Star, Africa Star, Italy Star, Defence Medal War Medal and South African War Medal all mounted on a wooden bar with original ribbons to 329750 C C Wilks. Complete with his Bowie knife with 198mm long blade maker marked "Bell Bowie", and "Sheffield" with compressed leather washer grip, overall length 330mm and black leather scabbard decorated with brass studs and with engraved text reading "CC Wilks, Broad Arrow, 1943, Khataba-Afkak-Kamp, Property of 6th SA Armoured".
WW2 RAF Survival Knife with heavy 182mm long blade marked Wilkinson Sword, Reg Design App For and 1B/4594 with WD Broad Arrow. Wooden grips. Overall length 320mm. Complete with brown leather scabbard, no makers marks. Missing retaining loop.CONDITION:Cut to leather of scabbard, see photos. Missing retaining loop.
WW2 US Machette with 375mm long blade, maker marked Collins and dated 1943. Overall length 495mm. Complete with Canadian made scabbard, maker marked and dated Carson Co Ltd 1943. Along with a British made Machette with 455mm long blade marked 819 with WD Broad Arrow 1945 AF0100. Overall length 575mm. Complete with 58 pattern scabbard, unmarked, stitching is coming apart on seams. (2)
Late 18th century, unsigned, wooden body of circumferentor, with engraved graduated brass scale 0-90-0, trough compass with brass back engraved, with arrow, steel compass needle with brass support behind glass window, brass alidade unscrews and fits to side when not in use, staff socket below, width 29cm
A good early 19th Century knitted pin ball in near mint condition, executed in cream and brown, one side inscribed ‘EG to HD 1810’ within a trailing leaf border, the other a snowflake within a border of four winged insects and four arrow head motifs, complete with suspension cord, 4.5cm dia.
A Tunbridge ware inkwell, letter knife and ruler, the inkwell on angled square base raised on bun feet with a band of floral mosaic with a pyramid form glass inkwell (chips) above two turned rosewood bosses as a pen rest, 12cm sq., the rosewood ruler with nine stick ware panels, the letter knife of arrow head pattern inlay. (3) From the Hamlin Collection of Tunbridge ware
Colin Salmon 5x4 signature piece. Colin Salmon (born 6 December 1962) is a British actor known for playing Charles Robinson in three James Bond films, and James "One" Shade in the Resident Evil film series. He has had roles on many television series such as Tales from the Crypt, 24: Live Another Day, Arrow, Limitless, and Master of None. He most recently played General Zod on the Syfy series Krypton and provided his voice and likeness as Agent Carson in the PlayStation VR video game Blood & Truth. Good condition. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £4.99, EU from £6.99, Rest of World from £8.99.
Rolex. A stainless steel automatic calendar bracelet watch with dual time zoneModel: GMT Master IIReference: 16710Date: Purchased 21st July 2001Movement: 31-jewel Cal.3185 automatic, adjusted to 5 positions and temperature, No.89*****Dial: Black, luminous dot hour markers, baton quarters, white outer minute divisions, magnified date aperture at 3, polished Mercedes hands with luminous inserts, arrow tipped red dual time zone handCase: Brushed and polished tonneau form, screw down back, 24-hour markers to black bezel insert, inside back numbered 2180, No.P64****Strap/Bracelet: Brushed and polished 78790A Oyster linkBuckle/Clasp: Signed folding clasp stamped DE3Signed: Case, dial & movementSize: 40mm Accompaniments: Rolex box, outer card, punched Guarantee Certificate, original purchase receipt, spare glass, swing tags, brochuresFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Rolex customised by Titan Black. A black DLC coated stainless steel automatic calendar bracelet watchModel: Sea Dweller Titan BlackReference: 116600Date: Purchased 11th December 2014Movement: 31-jewel Cal.3135 automatic, adjusted to 5 positions and temperaturesDial: Black, black dot hour markers and baton quarters, white outer minute divisions, date aperture at 3, polished Mercedes hands with black inserts, centre secondsCase: Brushed and polished tonneau form, screw down back and shouldered crown, uni-directional calibrated bezel with red arrow to black cerachrom insert, No.9W7*****Strap/Bracelet: Brushed black DLC coated Oyster linkBuckle/Clasp: Signed folding claspSigned: Case, dial & movementSize: 40mm Accompaniments: Titan Black box, outer card, photocopy of Titan Black Guarantee cardFootnotes:Titan Black were founded in 2009 and offer bespoke customisation of luxury watches. The current lot features a Rolex Sea Dweller 116600 which has had a DLC (diamond-like carbon) black coating applied to the body of the watch. The coating is so thin that it does not materially change the dimensions of the functional surfaces of the case. The dial and hands are then changed for Titans customised version creating a very different version of a well known watch.As per their company statement Titan Black are not in any way affiliated to the original watch brands whos products they customise and offer for sale.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
J. M. French, Royal Exchange, London. An 18K gold key wind full hunter pocket watchDate: Circa 1840Movement: Gilt 3/4 plate English lever, cut and compensated bi-metallic balance, diamond end stone, No.109Dial: White, black Roman numerals, black outer minute divisions, subsidiary seconds at 6, gilt arrow tipped handsCase: Engine turned hinged, plain cartouche to front, No.109Signed: Cuvette & movementSize: 52mmFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Jaeger-LeCoultre. An 18K gold manual wind bracelet watchModel: 1901Date: Circa 1962Movement: Jewelled Cal.K818/C manual wind, No.1538684 Dial: Sunburst silvered sectored, applied gilt arrow head hour markers, gilt pointed baton hands Case: Brushed and polished round, snap on back, No.875722AStrap/Bracelet: Integral 18K gold braceletBuckle/Clasp: 18K gold folding clasp Signed: Dial & movement signed Jaeger-LeCoultre, case signed LeCoultre Co.Size: 34mmFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A collection of various diecast Landspeed Record Cars, to include a Silver Bullet finished in silver with white wheels, a diecast model of the Sir Henry Seagrave Golden Arrow, a Britains model of the Sir Malcolm Campbell's Bluebird record car, together with a Captain Malcolm Campbell's Bluebird II, one sold with the original heavily worn box
Hodges Soileau (American, B. 1943) "Cochise" Signed lower middle. Original Mixed Media painting on Paper. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting originally appeared on the Fleetwood Cochise Commemorative Cover postmarked October 11, 1981. One of the best known leaders of the Chiricahua Apaches was Cochise, described by a white friend as "six feet tall and straight as an arrow." From his youth Cochise was a close associate of his father-in-law Mangas Coloradas, and like Mangas he was friendly with Anglo-Americans until he was betrayed in February 1861. A child had been kidnapped from a ranch near Apache Pass. Lieutenant George Bascom suspected Cochise and ordered him to come in for questioning. Cochise complied, believing the soldiers knew as he did that a band of Coyoteros had kidnapped the boy, and that the Chiricahuas had nothing to do with it. Bascom informed Cochise that he was under arrest, to be held as hostage for return of the child. Cochise managed to escape. From that day he became an enemy of the whites, joining Mangas in numerous raids and leading his warriors in the famed ambush of the California Volunteers in Apache Pass. Other targets were stagecoaches and mail carriers. One day the mail contractor, Tom Jeffords, boldly rode into Cochise's camp and asked for a personal treaty. Cochise was so impressed by the man's courage that he honored the request. After that, mail carriers were never molested, and Jeffords and Cochise became close friends. In 1872 when the government sought to pacify the Chiricahuas by assigning them a reservation in their Dragoon Mountains homeland, Cochise agreed provided that Jeffords was appointed agent. After this, Cochise remained a man of peace until his death, June 8, 1874. Image Size: 15.25 x 13.5 in. Overall Size: 21.25 x 19.25 in. Unframed. (B07413)
(See English version below)Johannes Geccelli (Königsberg 1925 – 2011 Jühnsdorf bei Berlin). „HOCHSCHUB“. 1991Acryl auf Leinwand. 90 × 100 cm ( 35 ⅜ × 39 ⅜ in.). Rückseitig mit Kreide in Schwarz signiert und datiert: Geccelli 91. Auf dem Keilrahmen nochmals mit Filzstift in Schwarz signiert, datiert, mit Technik- und Maßangaben bezeichnet sowie betitelt "HOCHSCHUB". Mit Richtungspfeil bezeichnet.[3659]Provenienz: Privatsammlung, München (vom Künstler erworben)Zustandsbericht: In gutem Zustand. Die Leinwand ist nicht doubliert und befindet sich auf dem originalen Keilrahmen (originale Aufspannung). Stellenweise minimale Bereibungsspuren. Im rechten unteren Bildteil punktuell mit winzigen oberflächlichen Beschmutzungen. Unter UV-Licht sind keine Retuschen oder Restaurierungen erkennbar. Sehr schöner harmonischer GesamteindruckWir berechnen auf den Hammerpreis 30% Aufgeld.Johannes Geccelli (Kaliningrad 1925 – 2011 Jühnsdorf near Berlin). ”HOCHSCHUB”. 1991Acrylic on canvas. 90 × 100 cm ( 35 ⅜ × 39 ⅜ in.). Signed and dated in black chalk on the reverse: Geccelli 91. Signed, dated and inscribed again with technical specifications and dimensions, as well as titled "HOCHSCHUB" in black felt-tip pen on the stretcher. Inscribed with directional arrow.[3659]Provenance: Private Collection, Munich (acquired from the artist)Condition report: In good condition. The canvas is not relined, and is mounted on the original stretcher (original tacking). Minimal scuff marks in some places. Minimal dirt marks on the surface of the lower right part of the image. Ultraviolet light reveals no retouchings or repairs. Very fine harmonious overall appearanceWe charge 30% premium on the hammerprice.
(See English version below)Richard Tuttle (Rahway, New Jersey 1941 – lebt in New York). „Celebration #10“. 2003Acryl und Bleistift auf Leichtschaumpappe und Karton. 59 × 48 cm ( 23 ¼ × 18 ⅞ in.). Rückseitig mit Bleistift signiert, datiert, betitelt und mit Richtungspfeil versehen: Richard Tuttle 2003 "Celebration #10". Dort auch ein Etikett der Annemarie Verna Galerie, Zürich.[3816]Provenienz: Annemarie Verna Galerie, Zürich / The Blake Byrne Collection, Paris/Los AngelesZustandsbericht: In gutem Zustand. Die Farben frisch und leuchtend. Die Kanten ohne Einrisse oder Fehlstellen. Mittig das vom Künstler vorgesehene Montierungsloch. Schöner harmonischer GesamteindruckWir berechnen auf den Hammerpreis pauschal 30% Aufgeld und 7% verauslagte Einfuhrumsatzsteuer.Richard Tuttle (Rahway, New Jersey 1941 – lives in New York). Celebration #10. 2003Acrylic and pencil on light foam board and cardboard. 59 × 48 cm ( 23 ¼ × 18 ⅞ in.). Signed, dated and titled in pencil on the reverse, with directional arrow: Richard Tuttle 2003 "Celebration #10". Also a label of the Annemarie Verna galery, Zurich.[3816]Provenance: Annemarie Verner Galerie, Zurich / The Blake Byrne Collection, Paris/Los AngelesCondition report: In good condition. The colours fresh and luminous . The edges without tears or losses. In the centre a mounting hole, provided by the artist. Fine harmonious overall appearanceWe charge 30% premium and 7% import tax on the hammerprice.
(See English version below)Richard Tuttle (Rahway, New Jersey 1941 – lebt in New York). Santa Fe II. 1993/94Acryl, Bleistift und Metall auf Karton auf Holz. 10 × 10 cm ( 3 ⅞ × 3 ⅞ in.). Rückseitig mit Kugelschreiber in Blau bezeichnet, signiert, datiert und mit Richtungspfeil versehen: Richard Tuttle 1994. Ebendort mit Bleistift datiert: 6.13.93.[3816]Provenienz: The Blake Byrne Collection, Paris/Los Angeles (1994 in der Jack Tilton Gallery erworben)Zustandsbericht: In sehr gutem Zustand. Rückseitig in den Ecken Reste ehemaliger Montierung (Klettband). Sehr schöner harmonischer GesamteindruckWir berechnen auf den Hammerpreis pauschal 30% Aufgeld und 7% verauslagte Einfuhrumsatzsteuer.Richard Tuttle (Rahway, New Jersey 1941 – lives in New York). Santa Fe II. 1993/94Acrylic, pencil and metal on cardboard on wood. 10 × 10 cm ( 3 ⅞ × 3 ⅞ in.). Inscribed, signed, and dated in blue ballpoint pen on the reverse, and with directional arrow: Richard Tuttle 1994. Also dated in pencil: 6.13.93.[3816]Provenance: The Blake Byrne Collection, Paris/Los Angeles (acquired in 1994 in the Jack Tilton Gallery)Condition report: In very good condition. Remains of former mounting (Velcro strap) in the corners on the reverse. Very fine harmonious overall appearanceWe charge 30% premium and 7% import tax on the hammerprice.
Ca. 700-1100 AD. Viking Age. A collection of four cast Viking era 'Omega' penannular brooches, each with a circular hoop, rounded section, a broad, arrow-shaped pin and two projecting terminal plates bearing geometric decorative motifs. Brooches were an important part of Viking culture and were worn by both men and women. These items were multifunction with their most basic purpose being clothing fasteners while their more ostentatious role was to serve as a display of wealth. Brooches such as these one were status symbols, tradable goods in lieu of currency, and are often found as grave goods to provision the dead for the afterlife. For more general information on Viking Jewellery see Arbman, H. Birka I: Die Gräber, Uppsala, 1940. Good condition.Size: L:set of 4: 62mm(smallest), 66mm(largest) / W:34mm(smallest) 41mm(largest) ; 62.2g; Provenance: Obtained from a L.F; previously in a collection formed in the 1970s on the UK art market.
Ca. 700-1100 AD. Viking Age. A collection of four cast Viking era 'Omega' penannular brooches, each with a circular hoop, rounded section, a broad, arrow-shaped pin and two projecting terminal plates bearing geometric decorative motifs. Brooches were an important part of Viking culture and were worn by both men and women. These items were multifunction with their most basic purpose being clothing fasteners while their more ostentatious role was to serve as a display of wealth. Brooches such as these one were status symbols, tradable goods in lieu of currency, and are often found as grave goods to provision the dead for the afterlife. For more general information on Viking Jewellery see Arbman, H. Birka I: Die Gräber, Uppsala, 1940. Good condition. Size: L:set of 4: 62mmmm / W:45mm ; 77.7g; Provenance: Important London collection of Ancient art; formed in 1970s then passed by descent.
Ca. 700-1100 AD. Viking Age. A thick cast Viking era bronze 'Omega' penannular brooch with circular hoop, rounded section, a broad, arrow-shaped pin and two projecting trapezoidal plates bearing elaborate geometric motifs. Brooches were an important part of Viking culture and were worn by both men and women. These items were multifunction with their most basic purpose being clothing fasteners while their more ostentatious role was to serve as a display of wealth. Brooches such as this one were status symbols, tradable goods in lieu of currency, and are often found as grave goods to provision the dead for the afterlife. For more general information on Viking Jewellery see Arbman, H. Birka I: Die Gräber, Uppsala, 1940. Good condition; wearable. Size: L:55mm / W:26.6mm ; 8.6g, Provenance: Private collection of an Oxford professional, formed in the 1970s-1990s on the UK art market.
Ca. 700-1100 AD. Viking Age. A thick cast Viking era silver 'Omega' penannular brooch with circular hoop, rounded section, a broad, arrow-shaped pin and two projecting trapezoidal plates bearing elaborate geometric motifs. Brooches were an important part of Viking culture and were worn by both men and women. These items were multifunction with their most basic purpose being clothing fasteners while their more ostentatious role was to serve as a display of wealth. Brooches such as this one were status symbols, tradable goods in lieu of currency, and are often found as grave goods to provision the dead for the afterlife. For more general information on Viking Jewellery see Arbman, H. Birka I: Die Gräber, Uppsala, 1940. Good condition; wearable.Size: L:63mm / W:32mm ; 13.8g; Provenance: Property of a London gallery, previously in old British collection formed in the 1980s.
Ca. 700-1100 AD. Viking Age. A thick cast Viking era silver 'Omega' penannular brooch with circular hoop, rounded section, a broad, arrow-shaped pin and two projecting triangular plates bearing incised line decoration along the edges and applied spherical ornaments on the interior. Brooches were an important part of Viking culture and were worn by both men and women. These items were multifunction with their most basic purpose being clothing fasteners while their more ostentatious role was to serve as a display of wealth. Brooches such as this one were status symbols, tradable goods in lieu of currency, and are often found as grave goods to provision the dead for the afterlife. For more general information on Viking Jewellery see Arbman, H. Birka I: Die Gräber, Uppsala, 1940. Good condition; wearable.Size: L:65mm / W:46mm ; 20.8g; Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1970s.
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