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Smallsword

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and gold smallsword with a globular pommel, a long, slender grip, and a curved knuckle guard. The hilt has gold inlays depicting scenes and foliage. A short quillon guards the blade.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1750
Medium
Steel, gold
Culture
probably Russian, Tula
Dimensions
446 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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