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Buckle Shank

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Greenish metal object, possibly bronze, with a weathered appearance. The object is irregularly shaped, roughly rectangular with rounded edges and protrusions on the top and bottom. Three small feet or legs are visible on the bottom. The surface features raised lines and curvilinear designs. The background is a plain light blue-gray color. The object is titled "Buckle Shank" by an unknown artist.

Artwork details

Date:
5th–7th century
Medium:
Bronze
Culture:
Visigothic
Dimensions:
600 × 480 px
Museum record:
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