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Partisan of Johann Georg II of Saxony (reigned 1656–80)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Silver-colored sword with long, pointed blade. The blade is slightly wider near the hilt. The hilt has a flame-like guard with five curved points on each side, made of metal with gold-colored etchings. A short section of the handle is visible, appearing to be made of metal with a narrow cylindrical shape. The sword is standing upright on a white surface against a light blue wall. A small portion of two other objects is partially visible on either side.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1660
Medium
Steel, wood
Culture
German
Dimensions
351 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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