Michael Ryan
In June 1985, the National Museum of Ireland obtained possession a major hoard nine bronze objects decorated in an 8th-century style, which were discovered advance drainage works Co. Meath. Its location and contents raise important questions about genesis brilliant art 8th 9th centuries Ireland. The Keeper Irish Antiquities begins their publication with some remarks on unhappy way recent hoards have come to light – concerns that are underlined by yet another episode looting ‘treasure’ site Surrey.
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