Cup-Hilted Rapier

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Cup-Hilted Rapier features a long, slender, pointed blade. The hilt has a cup-shaped guard that is intricately designed with etchings. A curved metal quillon extends from the left side of the guard. The grip is made of dark material, possibly wood or bone, and features a ribbed design. The pommel is rounded and knob-like. The background of the image is a solid gray color.