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Boss from a Horse Breast Collar

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark brown metal object, possibly bronze or copper, with a green patina. Hexagonal shape with rounded edges. Circular indentation in the center with a spiral pattern. Small protrusion at the bottom. Boss from a Horse Breast Collar by unknown artist.

Artwork details

Date:
late 17th–18th century
Medium:
Copper alloy
Culture:
Ottoman or Tatar
Dimensions:
600 × 600 px
Museum record:
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