Lot no. 314
Viking Bronze Decorated Jeweller's Hammer. 9th - early 11th century A.D. Comprising: trapezoidal body with impressed ropework band to one face; flared conical arm with piening face, hatching to narrow end; rectangular-section blade with herringbone ornament to upper face, narrow working face; mounted on a custom-made stand. 50 grams total, 11.4 cm including stand (4 1/2 in.). Acquired on the London art market, 1990s. Private collection, London.
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03/04/2025
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