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Harness Pendant

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Harness Pendant by Marcus. The pendant features a gold-toned metal design on a blue and red background. A figure stands in the center, wearing a large hat or head covering, jacket, short skirt, and shoes. The figure holds an object in their right hand. A bird-like creature with feathers and a beak appears behind the figure on the left. On the right, another bird-like creature faces left. The pendant features a border of short lines around the edge with trees on the left and right. The bottom depicts a geometric pattern resembling a net or a woven design. The pendant appears to have some wear and tear with spots and discoloration on the surface.

Artwork details

Date:
13th–early 15th century
Medium:
Copper, gold, enamel
Culture:
possibly Spanish
Dimensions:
599 × 607 px
Museum record:
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