Reproduction of Viking Horn
1916.10.0001
Basic Information
| Artifact Identification | Reproduction of Viking Horn (1916.10.0001) |
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| Classification/ Nomenclature |
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| Artist/Maker | Elkington & Co., London Cast no. 1885-160 & 161 |
| Geographic Location | |
| Period | N/A |
| Date | 5th – 7th century CE |
| Culture | Danish, Viking |
Physical Analysis
| Dimension 1 (Length) | 76.0 cm |
|---|---|
| Dimension 2 (Width) | 20.0 cm |
| Dimension 3 (Depth) | 11.0 cm |
| Weight | 1856 g |
| Measuring Remarks | N/A |
| Materials | Metal |
| Manufacturing Processes | Cast, Incising, Plaiting |
Research Remarks
| Description | Under Review |
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| Published Description | N/A |
| Bibliography | Under Review |
Artifact History
| Credit Line/Dedication | Purchase |
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| Reproduction | yes, Original made of gold and found in 1639- later it was stolen from the Royal Museum in Copenhagen and melted down. South Kensington Museum. Inventory of Reproductions in Metal. p.79, no.1885-161. (B-0328) |
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