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Korseke

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a white metal object titled "Korseke". The object has a long, thin, pointed blade. The blade is white and appears to be made of metal. It is narrow and tapers to a point at the top. At the bottom, the blade connects to a base that has three curved prongs, resembling a trident. The prongs are symmetrical and curve outward from the center. The background of the image is a solid light pink color.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1525
Medium
Steel, wood, textile
Culture
Italian
Dimensions
351 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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