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Codpiece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a silver-colored metal object with an elongated oval shape and a flat bottom. The object is titled "Codpiece" and attributed to the artist. The object has a raised vertical line down the center with an etched design resembling leaves or feathers on either side of the line. The object has a weathered appearance with dark spots and discoloration throughout. It has a smooth surface with visible signs of wear and tear, including small dark spots scattered across its surface. A slight shadow is visible around the object's edges. The background of the image is a plain light gray color.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1550
Medium
Steel
Culture
German
Dimensions
551 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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