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Three Pommel Plates of a Saddle

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Three pommel plates of a saddle by unknown artist. The image shows a silver-colored metal piece with a symmetrical design. The piece has a central oval at the top with a flower-like pattern. Two arms extend downward and outward from the central oval, each with a similar flower-like pattern. The arms are slightly curved and taper towards the ends. The metal appears weathered with darker spots and lines throughout. The background is a plain light gray color. There are two small holes on each arm.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1520–40
Medium
Steel
Culture
German
Dimensions
600 × 437 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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