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Two Shield Bosses (Umbos)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Two Shield Bosses (Umbos) by unidentified artist. The image shows two circular metal objects, likely made of bronze or iron, with a domed center and a flat edge. The objects are rusted and have a dark brown color. The domed center of each object features a gold-colored metal piece with a cross-like shape and a circular center. Extending from the center piece are four gold-colored metal protrusions. The edge of each object has eight gold-colored metal pieces, four of which are circular with designs and four of which are shaped like keys or bolts. The background of the image is a light gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
7th century
Medium:
Iron, copper alloy, gold
Culture:
Western European, Langobardic
Dimensions:
600 × 563 px
Museum record:
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