Smallsword by James Morisset. The sword hilt is made of metal with a dark-colored handle. The hilt has a rounded knob at the top. A metal loop curves from the right side. The metal loop has a spiral pattern and three oval-shaped decorations. The knob features an oval-shaped portrait. The hilt is decorated with intricate etchings and features a central oval-shaped panel depicting a man. The base of the hilt has a flat guard with a decorative edge. A metal ring is visible below the hilt. The background is light-colored.
Artwork Details
- Date
- ca. 1780–85
- Medium
- Gold, enamel, steel, textile, leather, wood, cotton, velvet
- Culture
- British, London
- Dimensions
- 429 × 625 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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