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THBFine Viking Gilt-Silver Borre Style Pendants & Beads
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Selling antiquities, ancient and ethnographic art online since 1993, Artemis Gallery specializes in Classical Antiquities (Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern), Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal / Oceanographic art. Our extensive inventory includes pottery, stone, metal, wood, glass and textil...Read more
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- Lot Description
Northern Europe, Viking / Norse Culture, ca. 9th to 10th Century CE. An extraordinary collection of gilt silver Borre-style pendants and beads, crafted for a Viking warrior of elite status. This remarkable strand includes 8 pendants and 7 ribbed beads, carefully arranged on a modern cord. Each pendant is ovoid and hollow, featuring a flat back and a slightly domed front embossed with a stylized bird bearing a human head - possibly representing Odin with a raven, a powerful symbol in Norse mythology, or Rarog's falcon, with arm-like extensions at the ends of its wings. A second crested bird perches to one side, enhancing the piece with complex symbolism tied to Viking beliefs in transformation, power, and protection. Size of pendants: 2.2" L x 1.25" W (5.6 cm x 3.2 cm); strand: 11" L (27.9 cm); silver quality 60% to 99.32%; gold quality: 32% to 61% (equivalent to 7K+ to 14K+); total weight: 55.2 grams;
Borre style is a Viking art form that emerged in the late 9th to 10th century, characterized by intricate knotwork, gripping-beast motifs, and symmetrical interlacing patterns. Originating from the region around Borre, Norway, it became widespread throughout the Norse world. Key features include animal forms with gripping paws, stylized braids, and interwoven elements, often used in jewelry, weapons, and other decorative items. The alternating ribbed beads showcase Viking artistry, with two of them further adorned with applied raised circles, a detail that speaks to the jeweler's skill and attention to high-status ornamentation. The craftsmanship suggests these pendants were created by a master artisan, indicating their use by a prominent figure within Viking society The unique motifs and fine detailing make this strand an impressive example of Viking artistry and spiritual expression, embodying the strength and status of its wearer.
Provenance: private New York, New York, USA collection; ex-private Kaliningrad (Koenigsberg) and then Latvia collection; found on the Baltic Sea coast prior to 1982
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Condition
Indentations and rubbing to gilt on high pointed areas. Patina and toning, but overall excellent. Strung in modern times on a modern nylon cord. Can easily be restrung for display purposes as one desires. Could be made wearable by a jeweler!
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