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Prick Spur in the Style of the 8th Century

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gold-colored metal object, curved in a U-shape, resembling a prick spur; handle has decorative elements including swirls; one end tapers to a point; background is gray. Prick Spur in the Style of the 8th Century, by unknown artist.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Copper alloy
Culture:
German
Dimensions:
599 × 428 px
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