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Rapier

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal sword with a long, thin blade. The hilt has a twisted metal grip. The guard is made of curved metal with gold accents. The guard has a distinctive S-shape. The pommel at the top of the hilt is gold and ornate. The background is gray. The sword is titled "Rapier" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1610
Medium
Steel, gold
Culture
hilt, Italian; blade, Spanish, Toledo
Dimensions
446 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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