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Smallsword

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Smallsword by Jean-Gabriel Charlemont. The hilt is gold with a round pommel on top, featuring an engraved design. A curved, gold knuckle guard extends from the pommel. The grip is wrapped in a black cord, resembling wire, with a spiral pattern. A flat, round quillon guards the base of the hilt. The blade is gold-colored.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1760
Medium
Steel, gold, wood, textile
Culture
French
Dimensions
482 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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