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Pair of Rowel Spurs

Manuel Casco

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

A pair of rowel spurs made by Manuel Casco, with a starburst design on one end and a decorative buckle-like piece on the other. The starburst has a central circle with a filigree pattern surrounded by eight radiating spikes, with four circular filigree designs around the center circle. The buckle-like piece features a rectangular section with a strap bar across it, adorned with filigree and circular patterns. The strap bar is flanked by two circular filigree designs. The entire piece appears to be made of metal with a silver color. There are spiral designs atop the strap bar, resembling a scroll. The background is grey with white borders on the right and bottom. The piece is laid flat on a surface.

Artwork Details

Date
dated 1738
Medium
Iron
Culture
Mexican
Dimensions
600 × 400 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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