Bronze shield boss

Unknown

7th century BCE · Bronze · Greek and Roman Art

Convex bronze disks, often with punched or incised ornament, were frequently attached to wooden, leather or bronze shields. They were probably made for ceremonial or funerary purposes since they are too fragile to have any practical use in combat.

Artist

Unknown

Date

7th century BCE

Medium

Bronze

Culture

Italic

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

Bequest of Walter C. Baker, 1971