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Rapier

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image features a Rapier by an unknown artist, with a long, slender sword blade. The sword has a hilt with a decorative pommel at the top, featuring intricate designs. A curved, looped guard extends from the hilt, also adorned with intricate designs. The handle appears to be wrapped in a material such as wire or cord, and features a decorative design. The background of the image is a solid gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1620
Medium:
Steel, silver
Culture:
Spanish
Dimensions:
446 × 624 px
Museum record:
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