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Sword

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Sword by artist is a long, thin sword with a black handle and gold accents. The sword has a long, narrow blade that tapers to a point at the end. The blade is silver-gray in color with a slight sheen, and it has a subtle texture that suggests it may be made of metal. The handle is black and appears to be made of a smooth material, possibly wood or bone. The handle is topped with a gold-colored pommel that is circular in shape. The guard is gold-colored and has a curved shape, with two outward-facing ends that are symmetrical on either side of the blade. The sword is set against a plain gray background.

Artwork Details

Date
probably mid-to late 19th century, in the style of the 15th century
Medium
Bronze, mercury, gold, horn, copper
Culture
Italian
Dimensions
285 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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