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Spontoon

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Silver-colored metal object with a long, thin handle and an ornate top. The top is shaped like a teardrop with a sun face in the center, surrounded by curved lines. The handle is wrapped in red and gold fabric at the bottom. The object is titled "Spontoon" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Steel, wood, textile
Culture
French
Dimensions
351 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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