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Bit Boss

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal object with dark patina, symmetrical with a larger top and bottom teardrop shaped protrusions, each having a circular hole. Central circular panel with etched design of crossed pickaxes or shovels. Surrounding panel with etched curvilinear shapes resembling leaves or scrolls. Background surface is light gray. Title: Bit Boss. Artist unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
first half 18th century
Medium
Copper alloy
Culture
French
Dimensions
600 × 600 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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