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Halberd

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a halberd, a type of medieval poleaxe. The halberd has a long, thin, pointed metal spike extending vertically from the center. The spike is attached to a metal piece with a decorative pattern and a small round ball near the top. Two curved blades protrude from the bottom of the central spike, one on each side, resembling wings. The blades have intricate designs with holes and pointed tips. Three gold-colored rivets are visible on the central piece where the blades meet. The background is a plain light gray color. The halberd appears to be an antique or replica weapon, likely created by an artist or craftsman. The title of the image is "Halberd".

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1550
Medium:
Steel, wood (cherry), brass
Culture:
Italian
Dimensions:
351 × 624 px
Museum record:
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