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Armorer's Shaping Stake

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows an armorer's shaping stake by an unknown artist. The armorer's stake is made of metal and has a T-shaped head with curved sides. The top of the stake has a flat surface with a rounded knob on the right side. The stake is positioned vertically with the base resting on a wooden stump. Surrounding the stump are several metal tools, including hammers and tongs, some of which appear to be stuck into the stump. The background of the image is a plain gray color.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Iron
Culture
German or French
Dimensions
438 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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