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Scythian shield
The Battersea Shield. 350 -50 BC. Celtic art. Jewelry. UNITED KINGDOM. ENGLAND. London. The British Museum. Proc: UNITED KINGDOM. ENGLAND. GREATER LONDON. London
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1. Title: The Battersea Shield: A Glimpse into the Ancient World of Celtic Art and Scythian Influence at The British Museum, London 2. Description: This image showcases The Battersea Shield, a masterpiece of ancient Celtic art, housed at The British Museum in London, England. Dated between 350-50 BC, this vertical, upright shield is a testament to the rich cultural exchange between the Celts and Scythians during the European Iron Age. The Battersea Shield, adorned with intricate geometric patterns and decorative motifs, is a stunning example of the fusion of Scythian and Celtic artistic traditions. Its colorful interior, now partially preserved, once held precious jewels and other decorative elements. The Celts, a diverse group of people inhabiting various parts of Europe, were renowned for their artistic skills, particularly in metalworking and jewelry making. The influence of the Scythians, a nomadic people originating from the Pontic-Caspian steppe, is evident in the geometric patterns and animal motifs depicted on the shield. The British Museum, located in the heart of London, is home to an extensive collection of world art and artifacts, including The Battersea Shield. This iconic piece offers a glimpse into the lives and artistic achievements of our ancient European ancestors, providing valuable insights into their history, culture, and artistic sensibilities. 3. Keywords: Scythian, shield, Battersea, 350-50 BC, Celtic, art, jewelry, United Kingdom, England, London, British Museum, Greater London, vertical, upright, colour, color, interior, interiors, inside, insides, Europe, European, Europeans, Great Britain, English, Englishmen, Englishwoman, Englishwomen, Londoner, Londoners, ancient, ages, age, Celts, decorative, arts, jewel, jewels, arte, artes, artico, artica, articos, art sticos, art sticas.
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