Cleveland Museum of Art

Small Sword

Date

c.1650–60

Medium

steel, wood, copper wire; chiseled hilt; engraved blade

Culture

Netherlands

Department

Medieval Art

Institution

Cleveland Museum of Art

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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