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Guisarme

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Guisarme by an unknown artist depicts a long, thin weapon with a pointed tip and a curved blade. The blade has a hook on one side near the end. A protrusion extends from the weapon on one side. The weapon's handle is made of a white material with gold accents. A short guard separates the handle from the blade. The weapon is displayed against a gray background.

Artwork details

Date:
early 16th century
Medium:
Steel, wood, textile, copper alloy
Culture:
Italian
Dimensions:
351 × 624 px
Museum record:
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