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Halberd

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a halberd, a medieval weapon. The halberd has a long, thin, pointed metal blade. The blade is silver with some darker spots and small cracks. It has a curved, sharp edge on the left side and a pointed spike on the right side. There are two small holes on either side of the blade near the bottom. The bottom of the blade is attached to a wooden pole with two metal strips. The background of the image is a plain gray color. The halberd appears to be old and worn, with signs of aging and use. The overall appearance suggests a historical or antique piece. The artist of the image is not visually identifiable.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1640
Medium
Steel, wood
Culture
German
Dimensions
351 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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