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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
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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