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Rowel Spur (Right)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Rowel Spur (Right) by artist unknown. Metal spur with a long, thin, pointed rowel at one end featuring multiple sharp points; the rowel is attached to a curved band with a textured surface. The band has a D-shaped attachment at the end. The spur is made of silver or a similar metallic material. It is positioned on a flat, light grey background.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1500
Medium:
Iron alloy
Culture:
German or Bohemian
Dimensions:
600 × 480 px
Museum record:
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