Artwork preview

Runka

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a trident with a long, pointed metal blade. The trident has a long, thin, pointed central blade and two curved blades on either side, resembling a trident or a pitchfork. The central blade is long and narrow, tapering to a point at the top. The two side blades are curved and have a rounded tip. The trident's handle is partially visible, appearing to be made of a reddish-brown material, possibly wood. The trident is silver with an etched pattern. The background of the image is a plain gray color. The title of the image is "Runka".

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1540
Medium
Steel, wood, leather, textile, metallic thread
Culture
Italian
Dimensions
351 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
View original
Palette