Horseman's Axe
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Horseman's Axe

TitleHorseman's Axe
ArtistWestern European, possibly French
Date1600/1700 17th century
MediumSteel, wood (oak), leather, and brass
Classificationedged weapon-staff
OriginWestern Europe Western Europe
Holding institutionArt Institute of Chicago
Credit lineGeorge F. Harding Collection
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

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“Horseman's Axe” is a work by Western European, possibly French, dated 1600/1700. It is executed in steel, wood (oak), leather, and brass and classified as edged weapon-staff. This work is in the public domain (CC0), so the image may be downloaded and reused for any purpose without permission (see the licence note below).

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