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Mordant

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows "Mordant" by an unidentified artist. The image depicts a small, dark bronze-colored metal object with a patina. The object is shaped like a stylized letter or symbol, with curved and pointed edges. The left side features a rounded shape adorned with circles. The right side tapers to a point and curves upward. The object has a textured surface with visible signs of wear and aging. It is centered on a plain white background.

Artwork Details

Date
15th–17th century
Medium
Bronze
Culture
European
Dimensions
600 × 480 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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