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Badge or Harness Pendant

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gold-colored metal pendant in the shape of a shield with a pointed top and rounded edges. The pendant has a blue enamel background. A gold-colored design resembling a torch or flame with a red center is in the middle. The torch/flame design has a long curved tail. The pendant has a decorative gold border with small holes at the top, bottom, left, and right for attachment. The border is ornate with some areas appearing damaged or worn. The background of the image is gray. The pendant appears to be titled "Badge or Harness Pendant" and attributed to an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1400
Medium
Copper, gold, enamel
Culture
Spanish
Dimensions
600 × 600 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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