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Spontoon

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a close-up of a weathered metal weapon. The blade is pointed and elongated, with a long, straight edge. The blade's surface is heavily weathered, with a rough texture. The blade's base features a decorative element with an etched design. A crossguard extends from the base of the blade, with a slight curve at the ends. The handle is made of metal and features ridges and grooves. The background is a plain gray color. The title of the image is "Spontoon", by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
1745
Medium
Steel, wood (pine)
Culture
Austrian
Dimensions
351 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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