Buckle

Cleveland Museum of Art

The buckle by artist John Buckle features a metal piece with a predominantly green patina. The buckle has a long, narrow shape with a rounded end at the bottom and a loop at the top. The top loop is adorned with patterned metalwork along its edges. A shield-like design with intricate patterned metalwork is at the top center. The center section showcases extensive interwoven metalwork. Six circular protrusions are attached along the sides and bottom of the buckle. The background of the image is gray. The buckle appears to be made of bronze or a similar metal alloy. The overall design and style suggest it may be inspired by ancient or medieval art. The buckle's surface displays signs of aging and wear. The patterned sections appear to be made from a lighter-colored metal.