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Guisarme

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a Guisarme by an unknown artist. The weapon has a long, thin blade with a pointed tip. It features a curved hook-like protrusion on one side near the top. A crossguard is present, consisting of two short, curved prongs extending from the blade. The blade displays an etched design, including circles and lines. The weapon's color is primarily silver or gray, indicating a metallic material. The background of the image is a light gray color.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1500
Medium
Steel, wood
Culture
Italian
Dimensions
351 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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