Ancient Greek Bronze Bow Brooch

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Object Description

A fine Ancient Greek brooch, cast in bronze. The item features a highly arched bow that ends in a coiled spring that formerly had a pin attached to it. The rectangular foot is decorated around the edges with a zig-zag pattern. This example belongs to the Greek Bow type of brooches characterised by a wider catch-plate decorated with incised motifs.

Date: Circa 1st Century BC

Object History

Ex P.A. Hertfordshire collection acquired in 1990s

Object Condition

Fine condition, with patination on surface. The pin is now missing

Object Details

  • dimensions
    W:4 x H:6.9 centimeters

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By appointment only.

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The Gallery
Trent Park Equestrian Centre
Eastpole Farm House, Bramley Road
Oakwood, N14 4UW, United Kingdom

St James's Ancient Art
10 Charles II Street, Ground Floor
St James
London
SW1Y 4AA

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