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Pendant

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The pendant by unknown artist is a circular object with a gold color and a textured surface. The object appears to be made of metal and has a shield-like design in the center. The shield is symmetrical, with a flat top and a pointed bottom. The surface of the pendant is worn and has dark spots and discoloration throughout. The background of the image is light blue.

Artwork details

Date:
15th–17th century
Medium:
Bronze gilt
Culture:
European
Dimensions:
600 × 480 px
Museum record:
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