Rapier with Scabbard

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Rapier with Scabbard by an unknown artist. The rapier has a long, slender blade with an engraved design running along its length. The blade is silver-colored and appears to be made of metal. The hilt is made of metal and features a black grip, possibly made of leather or another material. A metal knop or pommel is at the top of the hilt. A curved quillon extends from the hilt to protect the hand. The quillon is made of metal and has a slight curve to it. The guard is bowl-shaped and features a textured surface. The background of the image is a solid gray color.