Viking Era Bronze Viking / Medieval Zoomorphic Pendant Amulet (Horse/Lynx) - 31 mm (No reserve price)
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This 11th–13th-century bronze Viking/medieval zoomorphic pendant, associated with Finno-Ugric tradition, depicts an openwork horse or lynx and measures 31 × 29 mm.
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Description from the seller
An interesting medieval bronze amulet depicting a stylized horse / lynx, dating to the 11th–13th century AD.
A beautifully stylized, openwork four-legged animal, traditionally identified in archaeological literature as a horse or a lynx. The creature features alert, pointed ears (or ear tufts) and distinct proportions characteristic of the era.
The flank of the body is decorated with incised "ring-and-dot" solar or cosmic motifs—archaic protective symbols designed to ward off bad luck and welcome fertility. The feet terminate in circular loop openwork where tiny bronze bells or duck-foot dangles originally hung, clinking with movement to frighten away malicious entities.
Features a large, fully intact cast suspension loop integrated directly onto the back of the animal, allowing the amulet to be worn as an authentic piece of ancient history or displayed elegantly.
Condition: Good archaeological condition, with age-related wear and patination. Please see the photographs for details.
An interesting medieval bronze amulet depicting a stylized horse / lynx, dating to the 11th–13th century AD.
A beautifully stylized, openwork four-legged animal, traditionally identified in archaeological literature as a horse or a lynx. The creature features alert, pointed ears (or ear tufts) and distinct proportions characteristic of the era.
The flank of the body is decorated with incised "ring-and-dot" solar or cosmic motifs—archaic protective symbols designed to ward off bad luck and welcome fertility. The feet terminate in circular loop openwork where tiny bronze bells or duck-foot dangles originally hung, clinking with movement to frighten away malicious entities.
Features a large, fully intact cast suspension loop integrated directly onto the back of the animal, allowing the amulet to be worn as an authentic piece of ancient history or displayed elegantly.
Condition: Good archaeological condition, with age-related wear and patination. Please see the photographs for details.
Details
Culture
Viking Era
Century/timeframe
11th–13th century AD
Name of object
Viking / Medieval Zoomorphic Pendant Amulet (Horse/Lynx)
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
1990
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Europe
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
31 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Width
29 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Europe
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
