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Rowel Spur

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal object, silver in color, resembling a rowel spur, titled "Rowel Spur". The object has a teardrop-shaped base, slightly rounded at the bottom and narrowing towards the top, with a small hole on the upper portion. A curved metal piece extends from the top, attached to a smaller metal piece with a circular center and multiple pointed protrusions, resembling a starburst. The object appears to be made of metal, with a weathered appearance, and is positioned on a plain gray surface.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Iron alloy
Culture
German
Dimensions
600 × 600 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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