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Todas las subastas / Arte Antiguo / Medieval Viking Era Beautiful & Rare Bronze Twin Serpent...
An exceptionally evocative bronze amulet displaying two elegantly intertwined serpents, their bodies woven together in a harmonious and seemingly endless knot. The composition creates a powerful openwork design, transforming the ancient symbol of the serpent into a wearable expression of protection, wisdom, and continuity. In Norse tradition, serpents occupied a profound place within the cosmic order. Their ability to shed their skin made them enduring symbols of renewal and transformation, while their sinuous forms represented the invisible forces connecting the worlds of gods, men, and nature. The interwoven design of this amulet evokes the concept of fate itself—the unseen threads that bind all living things together. The paired serpent heads appear to emerge from opposite sides of the composition, creating a striking sense of balance and duality. Such imagery may symbolize vigilance in all directions, the union of opposing forces, or the eternal cycle of death and rebirth so central to Viking belief. The open central aperture forms an eye-like void, further enhancing the amulet's mystical character. To the modern observer, it recalls the protective gaze of ancient talismans designed to ward off misfortune and guide their wearer through life's uncertainties. Richly decorated with textured scales and stylized serpent bodies, the pendant possesses a distinctly northern aesthetic, reminiscent of the animal-interlace art that flourished throughout the Viking world. A compelling and highly symbolic piece, combining artistic elegance with the enduring power of one of the most important creatures in Norse mythology. With Silver 60cm Chain Material: Bronze Culture: Viking Age / Norse Tradition Date: Circa 8th–11th century AD (or later Viking-inspired tradition) Symbolism: Intertwined serpents, protection, wisdom, transformation, eternity, fate and renewal Type: Protective amulet / pendant
Estimación:€200
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EGYPTIAN BRONZE INLAID APPLIQUE OF URAEUS - MUSEUM EXHIBITED
06/21/2026
€1,623.13
Est.: €1,154.78
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