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This is so named because niello (silver sulphide) has been used as an inlay to areas of incised geometric patterns, thus providing a black contrast to the silver. These designs, which include plant derived scrolls and rosettes, provide a gentle contrast with the remaining plain areas of the dish.
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This is so named because niello (silver sulphide) has been used as an inlay to areas of incised geometric patterns, thus providing a black contrast to the silver. These designs, which include plant derived scrolls and rosettes, provide a gentle contrast with the remaining plain areas of the dish.

The Niello Dish is nearly as large as the Great Dish, being 55.6cm in diameter. The original weighs 5.023Kg.

Added:
25th Sep 2007

Subjects:
Art and Design, Design and Technology, English, History, ICT

Key Stages:
Foundation, Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2, Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, Key Stage 4+

Keywords:
Mildenhall treasure

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Mildenhall Museum website

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