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Sword Pommel

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Sword Pommel by Cellini, gold pommel in the form of a disc with relief decoration, depicting four nude figures. The central figure stands with one arm extended across her body and her other arm bent. The central figure stands beside another figure in a similar stance but mirrored. To their left is a seated figure on a rocky outcropping. The background features foliage and a bird in flight. The piece exhibits surface wear and small dark spots. The object is displayed on a light gray background, secured by two small metal pins on either side.

Artwork details

Date:
16th century
Medium:
Bronze, gold
Culture:
Italian
Dimensions:
599 × 457 px
Museum record:
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