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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