BYZANTINE SILVER-GILT SHALLOW BOWL WITH COMPLEX ORNAMENT Ca. AD 1000 - 1200. A shallow silver bowl with parcel gilding, a gently curving profile, and a straight rim. The interior features a central raised boss enclosed by a broad gilt band decorated with foliate scrollwork. Four large gilt rosettes with incised detailing are symmetrically arranged around the central medallion, interspersed with smaller, similarly designed floral motifs. Size: 40mm x 150mm; Weight: 165g Provenance: Private London collection, acquired on the European art market pre 2000. This piece is accompanied by a historical report from Alessandro Neri, an international Cultural Heritage expert based in Florence, Italy. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.