Smallsword
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Smallsword

TitleSmallsword
ArtistProbably German
Datec. 1760 18th century
MediumSteel, two gold alloys, and gilding
Classificationedged weapon-sword
OriginGermany Germany
Holding institutionArt Institute of Chicago
Credit linePauline Seipp Armstrong Fund, through prior acquisition of the George F. Harding Collection
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

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“Smallsword” is a work by Probably German, dated c. 1760. It is executed in steel, two gold alloys, and gilding and classified as edged weapon-sword. 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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