The image shows a close-up of a halberd, a medieval weapon. The head of the halberd is made of metal, likely steel, with a weathered appearance featuring dark spots and discoloration. The head is roughly rectangular with one long, pointed spike extending upwards from the top center. A second spike extends to the right, roughly in line with the bottom of the rectangle. The right spike is shorter and more pointed than the top spike. A small, triangular hole is visible on the right side of the head, below the right spike. The bottom of the halberd head tapers into a long, thin section that appears to be inserted into a dark-colored wooden pole. The background of the image is a plain gray color. The overall style and appearance of the halberd, titled "Halberd", suggest it is from the medieval period.
Artwork details
- Date:
- possibly mid–15th century
- Medium:
- Steel, wood (oak)
- Culture:
- Swiss
- Dimensions:
- 351 × 624 px
- Museum record:
- View original
