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Mace Head with Socket Handle

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Mace Head with Socket Handle by an unknown artist is a black, metal object. The object has a long, cylindrical handle that is narrower at the bottom and slightly wider at the top. The top of the handle is connected to a decorative, rounded piece that resembles a bulb. The rounded piece has a small circular indentation at the very top. A metal loop and red piece of metal are attached to the top of the object. The object is positioned vertically against a plain white background. The object casts a shadow to the right.

Artwork Details

Date
16th century
Medium
Iron
Culture
Persian
Dimensions
446 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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