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Halberd of the Guard of the Electors of Saxony

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Long silver-colored metal spearhead with a sharp point at the top. The spearhead has a central ridge and engraved designs on both sides. A silver metal piece with curved ends and a gold circle on the left side is attached to the spearhead. The handle is gold-colored, with intricate engravings. The background is plain and gray. The halberd is titled "Halberd of the Guard of the Electors of Saxony".

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1620
Medium:
Steel, wood, gold, textile, metallic thread
Culture:
German, Saxony
Dimensions:
351 × 624 px
Museum record:
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