Purse Mount in the Form of a Bird, second half 6th century

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Purse Mount in the Form of a Bird, second half 6th century, Frankish, Copper alloy, 'tinned' surface, Overall: 1 5/16 x 1 5/8 x 3/8 in. ( x x cm), Metalwork-Copper alloy, These objects were used as decorative appliqués on a purse that would have hung from a strap

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Size: 3526px × 4018px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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