Ottonian brooch

Date: 970-1030

Place of Production: probably Northern Italy

Description: This brooch in the shape of a star is decorated with miniature architectural forms constructed of fine gold filigree and granulation. Within the gold setting are pearls, glass and cloisonné enamelwork.

Held at: Metropolitan Museum of New York

Accession Number: 17.191.7

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