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Halberd of the Swiss Guard of Johann Georg II of Saxony (reigned 1656–80)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Halberd of the Swiss Guard of Johann Georg II of Saxony Long metal spearhead, with metal spike on top; Two curved metal blades on either side of spearhead; Gold-colored embellishments; Tassel hanging from bottom.

Artwork details

Date:
dated 1680
Medium:
Steel, gold, wood
Culture:
German
Dimensions:
351 × 624 px
Museum record:
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