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Rowel Spur (Right)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The metal object has a curved stem with a circular base on one end. A second curved arm protrudes from the middle. The object is made of metal with a green and brown patina, indicating age and oxidation. The object has a spur-like shape. It is titled "Rowel Spur (Right)" and is likely created by an unknown artist.

Artwork details

Date:
second half 14th century
Medium:
Copper alloy, gold, iron
Culture:
possibly French
Dimensions:
600 × 480 px
Museum record:
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