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Smallsword

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Smallsword has a long, thin blade. The hilt is made of metal and features a rounded knob at the top. A curved piece of metal extends from the left side of the hilt forming a partial guard. The handle is wrapped in a textured material. A metal quillon extends from the crossguard on the right side. The background is gray.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1650–60
Medium
Steel, silver, wood
Culture
probably Dutch
Dimensions
446 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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