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Pair of Bit Bosses

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a bronze-colored circular medallion titled "Pair of Bit Bosses" by an unknown artist. The medallion has a raised outer edge with triangular notches. The center features a starburst design with eight pointed sections radiating from the center. Two small holes are present, one at the top and one at the bottom. The medallion has a brown patina with greenish areas.

Artwork details

Date:
first half 17th century
Medium:
Copper alloy
Culture:
probably Netherlandish
Dimensions:
600 × 600 px
Museum record:
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