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Partisan

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a partisan titled "Partisan" by an unknown artist. The partisan has a long, narrow, pointed blade with a flat, wide section near the base. The blade is etched with intricate designs and patterns, including leaves, flowers, and vines. A metal collar separates the blade from the handle. The handle appears to be made of dark wood or another material. The background of the image is a light gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1575
Medium:
Steel, wood
Culture:
French
Dimensions:
351 × 624 px
Museum record:
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