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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
Museum record:
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