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Knee Brooch

2nd century
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Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Knee Brooch
  • Date: 2nd century
  • Culture: Roman
  • Medium: Copper alloy
  • Dimensions: Overall: 1 5/16 x 13/16 x 7/8 in. (3.3 x 2.1 x 2.3 cm)
  • Classification: Metalwork-Bronze
  • Credit Line: Bequest of Zita Spiss, 1991
  • Object Number: 1993.3.7
  • Curatorial Department: Medieval Art and The Cloisters

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