Two Shield Bosses (Umbos)
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
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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