6th century AD. A substantial bronze bow brooch comprising: triangular headplate flanked by two groups of two opposed bird-heads, inset garnet cabochons; broad bow with herringbone detailing; narrow triangular footplate with four lateral lobes, inset garnet cabochons; pin-lug to the reverse with catch and second pierced lug at the foot. Cf. Menghin, W., The Merovingian Period. Europe Without Borders, Berlin, 2007, item IX.6.5, for type.110 grams, 16.2cm (6 1/2"). Ex central London gallery; previously acquired on the European art market.[No Reserve]