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Sword with Scabbard

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Sword with Scabbard, likely by F.C. Roberson, shows a scabbard made of dark material, possibly leather, with a brown leather strap and metal fittings. A red ball hangs from the scabbard. The hilt of a sword protrudes from the top, featuring a curved metal piece with etched designs. The background is plain and light-colored.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Steel, textile, leather, silver
Culture
Caucasian
Dimensions
416 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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