Miniature Square-Headed Brooch

Unknown

first half 6th century · Silver-gilt; iron pin · Medieval Art

The affinity of these brooches, found in France, with objects from Kent is evidence of the spread of artistic traditions through export or copying.

Artist

Unknown

Date

first half 6th century

Medium

Silver-gilt; iron pin

Culture

Anglo-Saxon

Department

Medieval Art

Credit line

Gift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1917