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Mordant

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gold-colored metal object with a flower-shaped design on a light blue background. The object is made of a gold-colored metal, possibly brass or bronze. It has a flower-like shape with rounded petals and a circular hole in the center. The right side of the object has a more geometric shape with vertical lines. The object appears to be an old, worn piece of jewelry or a decorative item, with visible signs of aging and wear. The background is a plain light blue color. Mordant by artist.

Artwork Details

Date
16th century
Medium
Brass
Culture
German
Dimensions
600 × 480 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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