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Spanning Lever (Gaffle or "Goat's-Foot" Lever)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal tool with long handle; metal claw-like structure at bottom. Two long curved prongs extend down from the claw. A wooden handle attachment is visible. The tool is titled "Spanning Lever (Gaffle or 'Goat's-Foot' Lever)" and attributed to an unspecified artist.

Artwork Details

Date
probably third quarter of the 16th century
Medium
Steel, gold, silver
Culture
Spanish, Madrid
Dimensions
475 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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