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Partisan

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The dagger titled "Partisan" by an unknown artist depicts a close-up view of a dagger with a long, narrow, white blade that tapers to a point. The blade exhibits signs of wear, with scattered brown spots. The crossguard is white with gold-colored accents and features a central design resembling a crown atop a figure; two wing-like protrusions extend on either side. A gold-colored decorative piece connects the crossguard to the hilt. The hilt appears to be made of metal, with a cylindrical shape and visible signs of wear. The dagger is set against a light gray background.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1750
Medium
Steel, wood, gold
Culture
Austrian
Dimensions
351 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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