A Byzantine Bird Applique, ca 6th - 7th century CE - Sands of Time Ancient Art
A Byzantine Bird Applique, ca 6th - 7th century CE - Sands of Time Ancient Art

A Byzantine Bird Applique
ca 6th - 7th century CE

RM304

the well stylized body without design; the beak is finely rendered and the tail feathers are indicated by several small notches on the tip; the area between the body and tail is adorned with one small, semi-circular ridge; the base of the bird is slightly concave.

Condition:  Intact and in excellent condition overall.

Dimensions: Height: 1.1 cm (1/2 in), Length: 2 cm (3/4 in).

Provenance:  Private Dutch collection acquired early 1970s

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