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Partisan

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a dagger titled "Partisan" by an unknown artist. The dagger has a long, narrow blade with a pointed tip. The blade is silver-colored and features an intricate design etched into its surface. The design includes curved patterns and shapes. The blade widens into a shape resembling a trident or spearhead at its base, with two curved sections on either side. A short section of the dagger's handle is visible, appearing to be made of metal and featuring a decorative band around it. The background of the image is a solid light gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1610
Medium:
Steel, wood, textile
Culture:
Italian
Dimensions:
351 × 624 px
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