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Pair of Bit Bosses

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The "Pair of Bit Bosses" by artist unknown, shows a close-up view of a single, ornate, circular metal object. The object has a raised outer edge and a depressed center. It is gold-colored with a darker patina. The object has two holes, one at the top and one at the bottom. The surface is decorated with intricate, swirling patterns and a face in the center. The background of the image is light gray. The object appears to be made of metal and has a decorative, possibly ancient or historical, appearance.

Artwork Details

Date
late 16th–first half 17th century
Medium
Copper alloy, gold
Culture
Italian
Dimensions
600 × 600 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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