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Reproduction of the Seal of St. Martin (capital of Mainz), L. 12th–14th century

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Beige-colored wax seal, circular in shape. Raised image of a man on horseback. The man is wearing clothes and a hat. The horse has a long tail. The man holds an object in his right hand. There is an outer ring of text. The seal is set in a green and gold metal frame. The frame appears to be damaged on the top. The background of the image is light gray.

Artwork Details

Date
late 12th–14th century
Medium
Plaster
Culture
German
Dimensions
600 × 600 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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