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Archer's Ring

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Teardrop-shaped ring with a wide band and a flat top, made of a metal that appears to be bronze or copper with a greenish patina; the top surface features etched lines forming a geometric pattern; the interior of the band shows signs of wear and a small seam where the metal has been joined. "Archer's Ring", artist unknown.

Artwork details

Date:
16th–17th century
Medium:
Bronze
Culture:
Turkish
Dimensions:
500 × 625 px
Museum record:
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