Medieval Bronze Lot of 18 bells and ornamental pendants. - 12 mm (No reserve price)
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A lot of 18 bronze medieval bells and ornamental pendants dating from the 10th to the 16th century AD, featuring varied spherical forms and intricate filigree work.
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Lot of 18 bronze medieval bells and ornamental pendants — 10th-16th centuries AD.
Period: Middle Ages, 10th–16th centuries AD (stylistic attribution).
Material: Bronze and copper alloys.
Quantity: 18 pieces.
An interesting set of 18 small bells, pendants, and medieval ornamental elements, made in bronze using casting techniques and decorated with elaborate geometric, vegetal, and pierced motifs.
The pieces display various spherical and globular forms, with delicate cast filigree work, decorative perforations, and suspension systems via small rings.
These types of elements were used in the Middle Ages as personal adornments, clothing accessories, and decorative elements of harnesses and tack.
The diversity of designs and the ornamental richness of the set stand out, with surfaces retaining ancient patinas in green, brown, and dark hues, along with surface deposits.
Condition: Varied, with signs of age, wear, and oxidation. Numerous original decorative details are preserved.
An attractive set of 18 medieval-type pieces, representative of small ornamental metalwork and the European artisanal traditions of the era.
Lot of 18 bronze medieval bells and ornamental pendants — 10th-16th centuries AD.
Period: Middle Ages, 10th–16th centuries AD (stylistic attribution).
Material: Bronze and copper alloys.
Quantity: 18 pieces.
An interesting set of 18 small bells, pendants, and medieval ornamental elements, made in bronze using casting techniques and decorated with elaborate geometric, vegetal, and pierced motifs.
The pieces display various spherical and globular forms, with delicate cast filigree work, decorative perforations, and suspension systems via small rings.
These types of elements were used in the Middle Ages as personal adornments, clothing accessories, and decorative elements of harnesses and tack.
The diversity of designs and the ornamental richness of the set stand out, with surfaces retaining ancient patinas in green, brown, and dark hues, along with surface deposits.
Condition: Varied, with signs of age, wear, and oxidation. Numerous original decorative details are preserved.
An attractive set of 18 medieval-type pieces, representative of small ornamental metalwork and the European artisanal traditions of the era.
Details
Culture
Medieval
Century/timeframe
10th-16th century AD.
Name of object
Lot of 18 bells and ornamental pendants.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
1960
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Spain
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Height
12 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1950
Width
12 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Spain
Depth
12 mm
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Yes
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Original/official
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