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Apr 13, 2020
Small Sword
Small Sword
c.1650–60
Steel, wood, copper wire; chiseled hilt; engraved blade
Support: Chiseled pommel
Overall: 95.3 cm (37 1/2 in.); Blade: 78 cm (30 11/16 in.); Grip: 11.8 cm (4 5/8 in.); Guard: 8.3 cm (3 1/4 in.)
Weight: 580 g (1.28 lbs.)
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. Severance 1916.1093
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Despite its small size the hilt and handle of this sword include numerous details, both figurative and geometric. Look for men on horseback, nude women, and a battle scene.
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