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Smallsword

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Smallsword by unknown artist. The sword has a blue and gold blade. The hilt is gold with blue designs and has a black corded grip. A gold and black knuckle guard curves from the hilt to the pommel. The pommel is gold with a design on it. The guard is gold with blue designs and three large clear stones. The sword is pictured against a gray background.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1775
Medium
Steel, gold, silver, wood, textile
Culture
French
Dimensions
446 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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Palette