An introduction to the study of prehistoric art (1915)
Parkyn, Ernest Albert, b. 1857 · London, New York [etc.] : Longmans, Green and Co. · leaf 315
replica of the Birdlip mirror wasrecently discovered at Desborough in Northamptonshire.It was found quite alone in 1908 and in an excellent state of preservation, better than that ofthe Birdlip specimen, but is withoutthe enamel decoration. It is oval inshape measuring loj by gl inches.The handle 6… … signs. Fig. 279.—Bronze mirror.Balmaclellan, Kirkcud-brightshire, Scotland. Another of these mirrors wasuncovered during the excavation ofthe Warden tunnel on the MidlandRailway, near Bedford. It is 7Iinches in diameter, and the back is engraved with atrumpet-shaped design produced by zigzag work…
Art, Primitive
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