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Helmet finial

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Green patina bronze helmet finial by unknown artist. The object is a cross shape with four protrusions of different lengths. The top protrusion is the smallest and oval shaped. The central body is bulbous with a rounded floral motif. The patina is green with spots of orange. The object stands on a black square stand.

Artwork details

Medium:
Gilt bronze
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
468 × 624 px
Museum record:
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