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King

ca. 1150–1200

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King, Walrus ivory, Scandinavian — Due to rights restrictions, this image cannot be enlarged, viewed at full screen, or downloaded.

King, Walrus ivory, Scandinavian

King, Walrus ivory, Scandinavian

King, Walrus ivory, Scandinavian

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Title: King

Date: ca. 1150–1200

Geography: Made in probably Trondheim, Norway

Culture: Scandinavian

Medium: Walrus ivory

Dimensions: Overall: H. 4 in. (10.2 cm); W. 2 1/8 in. (5.4 cm); Diam. 1 5/8 in. (4.1 cm)

Classification: Ivories-Walrus

Credit Line: On loan from the British Museum, London (1831,1101.79)

Accession Number: CH079

Rights and Reproduction: © The Trustees of the British Museum. All rights reserved.

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