Record ID: LANCUM-E22C51
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: MODERN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper alloy figurine of an eagle with outspread wings dating from AD 1725 - 1800. The eagle is portrayed with outstretched wings with its head turned to left; the head and body, including its underside, carry engraved details representing facial features and feathers; at the base of the figurine just above the legs of the eagle is an irregular breakage representing the remains of an attachment feature. An identical figurine can be seen as the handle on the lid of a mid 18th century kettle (Koper & Brons, Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam 1986, cat. no. 262, p188) thus confirming the susp…
Created on: Wednesday 14th October 2015
Last updated: Thursday 4th February 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Torrisholme', grid reference and parish protected.