Medieval Viking Gilt Bronze Called Armour
Ca. 700-900AD. An interesting Viking Era pair of chest plates; formed by multiple gilt bronze scales; the gilding suggests that this armor belonged to an important Viking warrior; Good condition; custom mount; 180x190mm/180x185mm; 7. 09x7. 48/ 7. 09x7. 28in; 655gr; Provenance: From an old British collection, acquired on the UK art market in the 1980s. 325
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Ca. 700-900AD. An interesting Viking Era pair of chest plates; formed by multiple gilt bronze scales; the gilding suggests that this armor belonged to an important Viking warrior; Good condition; custom mount; 180x190mm/180x185mm; 7. 09x7. 48/ 7. 09x7. 28in; 655gr; Provenance: From an old British collection, acquired on the UK art market in the 1980s. 325