Parade Sword

Cleveland Museum of Art

Parade Sword by unknown artist. The sword has a long, thin blade with a gold-colored base and darker edges. The blade is decorated with intricate etchings. The handle is black with a silver and gold pommel in the shape of a shield with a lion's head. The crossguard is silver with ornate designs. The guard curves outward and then inward toward the handle. The background is gray and dark, fading to white on the right.