The Witham shield was either part of a ceremonial armour or used as a votive offering
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The Witham shield was either part of a ceremonial armour or used as a votive offering

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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.

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Werner Forman Archive/British Museum, London

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Photo12/Universal Images Group/Werner Forman

Notre référence

UMG12A16_408

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Non

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Droits gérés

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33,6Mo (1,9Mo) / 22,0cm x 38,3cm / 2598 x 4520 (300dpi)

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