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Sword in 15th Century Gothic Style

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Sword with a long, narrow, pointed blade. The blade is gray with darker gray spots and a dark edge. A slight groove runs along the center of the blade on both sides. A short crossguard with downward-curving ends. The crossguard and pommel are made of metal with a bronze or gold color. The pommel is round and has a shield shape on it. The grip is wrapped in a dark material. The background is white. Sword in 15th Century Gothic Style by Master craftsmen.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Steel, bronze, silver, enamel, leather
Culture:
European, possibly French
Dimensions:
279 × 624 px
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