Cup-Hilted Rapier

Cleveland Museum of Art

The Cup-Hilted Rapier features a long, slender sword with a pointed tip and a long blade. The blade appears to have an etched pattern running along its length. The hilt is made of metal and has a cup-shaped guard that covers the hand. The guard is decorated with intricate designs and has a small, curved extension that protects the thumb. The grip of the sword is black and appears to be made of wood or another material. A metal wire wraps around the top of the grip. The pommel at the top of the grip is rounded and decorative. The background of the image is a gradient gray color.