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Glaive

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image titled "Glaive" by an unknown artist depicts three antique swords with distinctive features. The central sword boasts a curved blade with a silver-colored metal surface exhibiting brown spots, likely due to aging. A rusted metal piece adorns the base of the blade, showcasing decorative designs. A pink tassel is attached to the long silver handle. Two other swords are partially visible on either side. The central sword's blade measures approximately twice the length of its handle. The leftmost sword features a long, thin blade, while the rightmost sword has a thinner blade with a cross-shaped section near its base, accompanied by a black and gold tassel. All three swords display signs of aging and wear. The background consists of a light blue wall with a glass panel on the left side, suggesting that the swords are on display in a museum or similar setting.

Artwork Details

Date
early 18th century
Medium
Steel, gold, polychromy, wood, textile
Culture
Italian, Venice
Dimensions
351 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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Palette