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Bit Boss

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a dark-colored, circular object with a sunburst pattern, titled "Bit Boss" by an unknown artist. The object is round and made of metal, possibly iron or bronze, with a dark brown or black patina. The object has a raised edge with a series of radiating lines that resemble a sunburst or a fan. There are two small holes, one at the top and one at the bottom. The center of the object features a small, round protrusion. The background of the image is a plain light gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
16th–early 17th century
Medium:
Copper alloy
Culture:
Italian or French
Dimensions:
600 × 600 px
Museum record:
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