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Iron Age, Celtic duck mount

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ITEM: Duck mount
MATERIAL: Silver
CULTURE: Iron Age, Celtic
PERIOD: 2nd Century B.C - 1st Century A.D
DIMENSIONS: 12 mm x 21 mm
CONDITION: Good condition
PROVENANCE: Ex English private collection, Suffolk, acquired in U.K art market in 2015, before from English private collection, Kent.

Comes with Certificate of Authenticity and Export Licence. If you are from outside the European Union, we will have to apply for the export licence again for your country, this takes 3 to 5 weeks and has a cost of 5% of the hammer price, this amount will be added to the final invoice.

The Iron Age Celtic silver duck mount is a remarkable artifact that reflects the artistic and cultural sophistication of the Celtic peoples during the late Iron Age (around 500 BCE to the Roman conquest). The Celts, known for their intricate metalwork and symbolic art, often created decorative mounts and fittings for various objects, including weapons, chariots, and ceremonial items. The silver duck mount is an example of their skill in metalworking and their use of animal motifs, which were common in Celtic art, symbolizing various spiritual and cultural beliefs.

This silver duck mount likely served as a decorative piece, possibly attached to a ceremonial object such as a shield, helmet, or chariot. The duck itself holds symbolic significance in Celtic culture, often associated with water, fertility, and the otherworld. Waterfowl, like ducks, were believed to be creatures that could traverse both the earthly and spiritual realms, making them potent symbols of transition and connection between worlds. The use of silver, a precious metal, further indicates the mount's importance, suggesting it may have belonged to a person of high status, perhaps a chieftain or a warrior of significant rank.

The craftsmanship of the Celtic silver duck mount is notable for its detailed and stylized representation of the bird, reflecting the Celts' deep appreciation for nature and their ability to infuse symbolic meaning into their art. The design likely incorporated the flowing, curvilinear patterns typical of La Tène art, the dominant artistic style of the Celts during the Iron Age. This style is characterized by its intricate patterns and abstract forms, often inspired by natural elements.

ITEM: Duck mount
MATERIAL: Silver
CULTURE: Iron Age, Celtic
PERIOD: 2nd Century B.C - 1st Century A.D
DIMENSIONS: 12 mm x 21 mm
CONDITION: Good condition
PROVENANCE: Ex English private collection, Suffolk, acquired in U.K art market in 2015, before from English private collection, Kent.

Comes with Certificate of Authenticity and Export Licence. If you are from outside the European Union, we will have to apply for the export licence again for your country, this takes 3 to 5 weeks and has a cost of 5% of the hammer price, this amount will be added to the final invoice.

The Iron Age Celtic silver duck mount is a remarkable artifact that reflects the artistic and cultural sophistication of the Celtic peoples during the late Iron Age (around 500 BCE to the Roman conquest). The Celts, known for their intricate metalwork and symbolic art, often created decorative mounts and fittings for various objects, including weapons, chariots, and ceremonial items. The silver duck mount is an example of their skill in metalworking and their use of animal motifs, which were common in Celtic art, symbolizing various spiritual and cultural beliefs.

This silver duck mount likely served as a decorative piece, possibly attached to a ceremonial object such as a shield, helmet, or chariot. The duck itself holds symbolic significance in Celtic culture, often associated with water, fertility, and the otherworld. Waterfowl, like ducks, were believed to be creatures that could traverse both the earthly and spiritual realms, making them potent symbols of transition and connection between worlds. The use of silver, a precious metal, further indicates the mount's importance, suggesting it may have belonged to a person of high status, perhaps a chieftain or a warrior of significant rank.

The craftsmanship of the Celtic silver duck mount is notable for its detailed and stylized representation of the bird, reflecting the Celts' deep appreciation for nature and their ability to infuse symbolic meaning into their art. The design likely incorporated the flowing, curvilinear patterns typical of La Tène art, the dominant artistic style of the Celts during the Iron Age. This style is characterized by its intricate patterns and abstract forms, often inspired by natural elements.

Auction 5 - Charity Auction 2024

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Apartado de Correos 521
El Campello
Alicante
03560
Spain

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8.4 For pieces that are very fragile or very large in size/weight and that can only be shipped within the European Union, United Kingdom and neighbouring countries that can be transported by road will be shipped by private courier (door to door) and the price will be 350 euros, 100 euros for Spain.

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Charity Auction 2024, 4% of hammer price will go to the Food Bank and Medecins Sans Frontieres/Doctors Without Borders (MSF). Ancient Art at the best price respecting and strictly complying with the laws of heritage protection and UNESCO heritage norms. Affordable in-house shipping.

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8.1. If you win more than one item, we can do a combined shipment and you will not be charged extra for it, unless one of the pieces won makes shipping more expensive.

8.2. Items will be shipped only upon receipt of payment in full and will be insured for their full value. For shipments outside Europe, customs and duties may apply upon entry in to customer country, and this fee, if any, is the buyer’s responsibility. We will not falsify customs value on international shipments! If you have questions about this, please inquire before bidding.

8.3. As a guideline, for a small parcel, our courier and insured shipping rates are: 9,95 € for Spain, 24,95 € for Europe, England and Switzerland and 39,95 € for America and Asia. If its a medium parcel, 9,95 € for Spain, 24,95 € for Europe, England and Switzerland and 69,95 € for America and Asia. In case it is large, heavy or for a value of more than 1000 euros may be increased slightly from the rates shown.

8.4 For pieces that are very fragile or very large in size/weight and that can only be shipped within the European Union, United Kingdom and neighbouring countries that can be transported by road will be shipped by private courier (door to door) and the price will be 350 euros, 100 euros for Spain.

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Last update: September 28th, 2024

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Tags: Roman, Celtic, Helmet