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Sword Pommel

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gold-colored metal object with a rounded square shape featuring wavy edges. The object has a circular indentation containing a raised relief scene. The scene depicts four nude figures, one seated on the left and three standing to the right. The seated figure is on the left, and the three standing figures are to the right. The standing figures appear to have their arms raised or extended. The background of the relief scene appears to have foliage or a tree. The object has a textured surface with visible signs of wear. The object is titled "Sword Pommel" and is by an unknown artist. The object is set against a plain gray background.

Artwork details

Date:
16th century
Medium:
Bronze
Culture:
Italian
Dimensions:
600 × 537 px
Museum record:
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