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Prick Spur

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal object with a long, pointed protrusion on top. The object has a semicircular base with a curved edge and multiple small holes across its surface. The object appears to be made of dark-colored metal with visible signs of wear and rust. The background is a plain gray color. Prick Spur.

Artwork details

Date:
probably 19th century
Medium:
Iron alloy, gold
Culture:
European
Dimensions:
600 × 480 px
Museum record:
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