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Lot 898
A monumental bronze phalera (shield fitting?), Villanovan culture, 9th – 8th century B.C. A monumental bronze phalera (shield fitting?), Villanovan culture, 9th – 8th century B.C. A monumental bronze phalera (shield fitting?), Villanovan culture, 9th – 8th century B.C.
A monumental bronze phalera (shield fitting?), Villanovan culture, 9th – 8th century B.C.
A monumental bronze phalera (shield fitting?), Villanovan culture, 9th – 8th century B.C.
A monumental bronze phalera (shield fitting?), Villanovan culture, 9th – 8th century B.C.

Lot 898

A monumental bronze phalera (shield fitting?), Villanovan culture, 9th – 8th century B.C.

Works of Art, Antiquities & Ancient Art | A108kua | Live auction | 1169 Lots

Hammer price € 3,000

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Description

The circular, flat convex domed disc in thin sheet bronze with a conical, solid cast knob in the centre. Concentric zones on the surface composed of punched dots, circular ornaments, zigzags and rhombic patterns. Four sets of perforations on the edge, arranged in pairs, to attach it to a base. Beautiful, glossy green patina with scattered oxide deposits. The conical finial cast separately and the sheet disc clamped at the top and bottom. Individual cracks stabilised on the back by means of gauze soaked in synthetic resin. Diameter approx. 36 cm. Overall, an awe-inspiring, lavishly decorated object from the Villanovan culture, the original material completely preserved. Diameter 36 cm Height approx. 11 cm. CULTURAL ASSET.

Provenance: Private French collection.

Condition: III Questions about the lot?

General Information

The auction starts on Monday, May 18, 2026 at 10 am (CEST) with Lot no. 001 - 861 and continues on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 10 am (CEST) with Lot no. 862 - 1172. The pre-sale view will take place from May 12 - May 15 2026 in our auction rooms at Bretonischer Ring 3 in 85630 Grasbrunn / Munich from 11 am to 5 pm (CEST). Please make an appointment if possible to avoid waiting times.

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