Lot 1780
Lions & Bird - Buckle and Pendant in Silver. Caucasus or Central Asia, c. 450-950 AD. Lot of two silver items. First an ornate buckle or pendant in cast silver, showing heavy fire gilding. Buckle comprised of two symmetrical roaring lions, who curve forward to almost meet each other. At their feet, forming the belt attachment, two seated griffins. With moderate wear, and a fair amount of gold remaining on the lion's backs. Buckle perhaps Hunnish, 5th-7th century. The second item a fowl in flight, with short beak and cockscomb. Pattern of bird's feathers indicated by a tremelo engraving on the underside; the dorsal side with deep channels, perhaps for enamelling. In good condition. Later Migration Art, somewhat reminiscent of Avar products. Lengths: 1-3/8"; 1-1/2".
Estimated Value $350 - 500.
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