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Shield

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Shield by an unknown artist depicts a large, round, gold-colored shield with a central circular metal piece. The shield has a black border around its edge. The gold surface is decorated with intricate designs and patterns, including floral motifs and curved shapes. The background of the image is light gray.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1600
Medium:
Wood, leather, gesso, polychromy, gold, silver foil
Culture:
Italian, probably Venice
Dimensions:
468 × 624 px
Museum record:
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