Title
The Witham shield was either part of a ceremonial armour or used as a votive offering
Caption
The Witham shield was either part of a ceremonial armour or used as a votive offering, The engraved decoration was probably thought to have magical qualities. The shield is in two parts. Britain. Celtic. 3rd c BC. Found in R. Witham, nr Lincoln.
Info+
Werner Forman Archive/British Museum, London
Credit line
Photo12/Universal Images Group/Werner Forman
Reference
UMG12A14_412
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No
License type
Rights managed
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25,5Mb (2,4Mb) / 8,6in x 11,5in / 2568 x 3464 (300dpi)