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Sword from the Arsenal of Alexandria

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Sword from the Arsenal of Alexandria by 16th century Italian School. The sword's blade and crossguard are made of metal with a silver-gray color. The blade appears worn with visible signs of aging and use. Arabic text is etched on the blade near the crossguard. The hilt consists of a long, thin grip covered in black material, likely wood or bone, and a round pommel made of metal. The pommel features a darker circular area in the center and is attached to the top of the grip. The background of the image is gray. The crossguard has a slight upward curve at each end. The overall appearance suggests an antique weapon.

Artwork details

Date:
before 1419
Medium:
Steel, wood
Culture:
European
Dimensions:
490 × 625 px
Museum record:
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