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Halberd

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The title of the image is "Halberd", created by an artist whose name is not specified. The image shows a silver-colored metal weapon with a long, thin, pointed top, resembling a spearhead. The weapon has a wide, flat section at the bottom with two pointed extensions on either side; the left extension is wider and more triangular, while the right extension is narrower and more elongated. The flat section has a jagged edge on the right side and a straight edge on the left. The metal appears worn and scratched, with visible signs of aging. The background of the image is a plain gray color. The weapon's handle is partially visible at the bottom.

Artwork Details

Date
early 16th century
Medium
Steel, wood (oak)
Culture
German
Dimensions
351 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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