Boat-Shaped Fibula

Cleveland Museum of Art

The Boat-Shaped Fibula by unknown artist is a curved metal object made of bronze or copper with a green and brown patina. The object has a long pin extending from the left side and a circular hole on the right side. The body of the object is shaped like a boat or a crescent moon. The surface shows signs of aging and wear with visible scratches and corrosion. The background of the image is a solid gray color. The overall shape and features resemble a fibula, an ancient type of brooch. The object is displayed on a flat surface with a shadow underneath.