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Hand and a Half Sword

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Hand and a Half Sword by Johannes Kandel. A long, straight sword with a single-edged blade and a pointed tip. The blade is approximately 36 inches long and 1.5 inches wide. The blade is made of metal with visible imperfections and discoloration. The crossguard is straight with slight downward curvature at the ends. The crossguard appears to be made of metal. The grip is long, approximately 7 inches, and made of dark brown wood or leather. The pommel is rounded and bulb-shaped. The sword is set against a gray background.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1500–1525
Medium
Steel, leather, wood
Culture
German
Dimensions
292 × 623 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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