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Swiss Saber (<i>Schweizersäbel</i>)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Swiss Saber (Schweizersäbel). The sword has a long, narrow blade with a slight curve at the end. The blade is silver with darker speckles and etching near the center. A cross-shaped guard is positioned at the base of the blade, with two quillons extending to either side. The grip is wrapped in dark material, possibly leather or wire, and features a ribbed texture. The pommel curves upwards. The background is gray.

Artwork details

Date:
early 16th century
Medium:
Steel, wood, leather
Culture:
Swiss
Dimensions:
446 × 624 px
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