Openwork Plaque

Frankish

7th–8th century (?)

Not on view

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Title: Openwork Plaque
Date: 7th–8th century (?)
Geography: Made in France
Culture: Frankish
Medium: Copper alloy (leaded bronze), "tinned" surface
Dimensions: Overall: 2 7/8 x 2 3/16 x 1/16 in. (7.3 x 5.5 x 0.2 cm)
Classification: Metalwork-Copper alloy
Credit Line: Gift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1917
Object Number: 17.192.154
Curatorial Department: Medieval Art and The Cloisters

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