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Rowel Spur (Right)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal object with a curved, U-shaped piece and a star-shaped point on one end; a metal protrusion with a ring on the other end; two prongs extend from the curved piece to connect to the protrusion; object has a worn, aged appearance with visible signs of wear and tear; patina visible; appears to be a rowel spur; by an unknown artist titled "Rowel Spur (Right)".

Artwork details

Date:
late 13th–first half 14th century
Medium:
Copper alloy, gold
Culture:
possibly French or Italian
Dimensions:
600 × 480 px
Museum record:
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