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Halberd of Christian I (reigned 1586–91) or Christian II of Saxony (reigned 1601–11)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Long, thin, pointed silver metal spike. Ornate metal piece at base of spike having two crescent shaped protrusions on either side. Decorative gold band below ornate metal piece. Bottom portion of handle covered in scale-like metal pattern, wrapped in light-colored material. Wall behind weapon half light blue, half white. Two other similar decorative pieces partially visible on either side. Spike features intricate designs. Ornate metal piece features intricate designs and gold emblems.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1590–1610
Medium:
Steel, gold, wood
Culture:
German
Dimensions:
351 × 624 px
Museum record:
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