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Rowel Spur

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal object, titled "Rowel Spur", made by an unknown artist. The object has a long, curved neck with a rounded end. Attached to the neck is a round, flower-like structure with multiple pointed petals. The neck is connected to a curved piece resembling a partial circle or a bracket, featuring a leaf design on one side. The object appears to be made of silver or a similar metal, with a smooth, slightly textured surface. The background of the image is a plain gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
first half 17th century
Medium:
Iron alloy
Culture:
Spanish
Dimensions:
600 × 400 px
Museum record:
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