Merovingian decorative discs and mounts
Neues MuseumBronze, Glass inlay,
Late 6th / 7th Century AD,
Southern and Western Germany (D);
Northern France (F)
Material: Bronze, Glass inlay
Date: Late 6th / 7th Century AD
Origin: Southern and Western Germany (D); Northern France (F)
This collection displays several Merovingian decorative discs and mounts, which were common accessories in the Early Middle Ages. Their intricate openwork designs feature interlace patterns and abstract animal motifs characteristic of the Migration Period. The artifacts likely functioned as ornamental appliqués on belts, clothing, or horse harness fittings, signifying the wealth of their owner.
The geographical origin indicates these pieces were part of the Frankish culture that spanned a significant portion of what is now modern Germany and France. The complexity of the metalworking illustrates the high level of craftsmanship achieved by Merovingian artisans.
Museum label reference:
1 Zierscheiben und -beschläge /
Decorative discs and mounts. Bronze,
Glaseinlage. Spätes 6./7. Jh. Süd- und Westdeutschland (D); Nordfrankreich (F).
Supplementary images:
Display of decorative bronze and glass Merovingian discs and mounts
Taken on Tuesday 06th of August 2019
Device: Google
Model: Pixel 3 XL
Genre:
Late 6th / 7th Century AD
Source: Berlin, Germany
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