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Cantle Plate

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Cantle Plate by artist unknown. Silver-colored metal object, thick and wide with a rounded rectangular shape, slightly curved. The top and bottom edges have decorative patterns. The main body features a repeating design of five circular medallions separated by triangular sections. Each medallion contains an intricate design. The object appears to be a cuff or bracelet. The background is white with a slight shadow underneath.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1550–60
Medium:
Steel, gold
Culture:
Italian, possibly Milan
Dimensions:
599 × 351 px
Museum record:
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