Celtiberian horse fibula, 4th-2nd century BC. Bronze. Provenance:... Lot 27

Celtiberian horse fibula, 4th-2nd century BC. Bronze. Provenance: P. Madrid collection, ca. 1960's-1970. Measurements: 3,6 cm. Celtiberian bronze fibula in the shape of a horse. The name fibula refers to any type of metal piece used in antiquity to join or fasten any of the garments that made up the dress. In fact, it is the earliest form of articulated brooch. In Celtic fibulae, as in Phoenician, Etruscan and Roman fibulae, a great variety of shapes and decorations can be found, which proves the importance that this type of object had in personal adornment.