Parrying Poniard
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Parrying Poniard

TitleParrying Poniard
ArtistGerman Blade possibly Spanish
Datec. 1620/30 17th century
MediumSteel, wood, and brass
Classificationedged weapon-dagger
OriginGermany Germany
Holding institutionArt Institute of Chicago
Credit lineGeorge F. Harding Collection
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

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“Parrying Poniard” is a work by German Blade possibly Spanish, dated c. 1620/30. It is executed in steel, wood, and brass and classified as edged weapon-dagger. 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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