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Scorpione

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a close-up of a sword with a distinctive blade and hilt. The sword's blade is long and pointed, with a narrow, tapering shape. It features a wide, flat section near the hilt with four protrusions, resembling spikes or quillons. A darker section, likely the hilt, is visible at the bottom. The sword appears to be made of metal, with a silver or gray color and visible signs of wear. The background consists of a white wall with a horizontal blue stripe. To the right, a partial view of another object, possibly another sword tip, is visible. The title "Scorpione" and an artist are associated with this image.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1525
Medium
Steel, brass, wood
Culture
Italian
Dimensions
351 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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