7th-10th century A.D. A copper-alloy head modelled facing with stylised facial features, shoulder length hair, wearing a zoomorphic headdress, the animal's muzzle formed as a cylindrical spout; hollow-formed; remains of gilding; mounted on a custom-made display stand. 54.2 grams, 70 mm (85 grams total, 98 mm including stand) (2 3/4 in. (3 7/8 in.)). Acquired in Jerusalem, Israel, in the 1980s. From the collection of Ibrahim Kara. Property of an Essex gentleman. Possibly an element of a pouring vessel. [No Reserve]