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Corsèque (Chauve-Souris)
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The corsèque is a pole arm with a symmetrical three-pronged head consisting of a central double-edged blade and two sharp, upturned wings. The side blades served several functions: as guard to protect the soldier's hand when a thrust was delivered with the central blade; as a hook for unseating a mounted opponent; and to trip the opponent's horse. The corsèque was used mostly in Italy and France from the 1400s to the early 1600s.
| Artist / Maker | North Italy, 16th century |
|---|---|
| Date | c. 1530 |
| Culture / Origin | North Italy, 16th century |
| Medium | steel; round wood haft with leather straps |
| Dimensions | Overall: 183.5 cm (72 1/4 in.); Blade: 22.2 cm (8 3/4 in.) |
| Department | Medieval Art |
| Type | Arms and Armor |
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