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Halberd

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Halberd by Artist. Silver-colored metal weapon with a long, thin, pointed top. The pointed top is straight and narrow. Attached to the top is a wide, flat triangular blade with a decorative etched pattern. The triangular blade has a rounded bottom. On the right side of the weapon is a curved hook-like protrusion. The handle has a red tassel at the bottom. The background is a plain light gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1600
Medium:
Steel, wood, textile
Culture:
Italian
Dimensions:
351 × 624 px
Museum record:
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