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Guisarme for a Child

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a close-up view of a Guisarme for a child by an unknown artist. The weapon has a long, thin, pointed metal spike extending vertically. Attached to the spike is a curved, hook-like metal piece on the left and a smaller, pointed metal piece on the right. The metal surfaces are textured and speckled with darker spots. The base of the spike and attached pieces connect to a short cylindrical piece, likely the top of a handle. The background is a plain gray color.

Artwork Details

Date
16th century
Medium
Steel, wood, textile, gold
Culture
Italian
Dimensions
351 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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