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Buckle Shank

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Buckle Shank by Buckle Shank. A bronze-colored metal object with a dark patina and green corrosion spots. The object has a rounded end on the left with an intricate design featuring curving lines and shapes. The middle section has three rounded, connected sections with similar designs. The right end is rectangular with a smaller, less detailed design. The object has a wavy edge with small bumps or protrusions around its perimeter. The background is light blue.

Artwork details

Date:
7th century
Medium:
Copper alloy
Culture:
Visigothic
Dimensions:
599 × 428 px
Museum record:
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