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Two-Handed Sword
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The two-handed sword, originally a weapon of war for specialist infantry, is so named because two hands were required to wield it. By the late 1600s, these enormous swords assumed a largely ceremonial or bodyguard function.
| Artist / Maker | Germany, second half of 16th Century |
|---|---|
| Date | 1550–1600 |
| Culture / Origin | Germany, second half of 16th Century |
| Medium | steel; leather and wood grip, cloth-covered middle |
| Dimensions | Overall: 191.5 cm (75 3/8 in.); Blade: 144.8 cm (57 in.); Quillions: 41.5 cm (16 5/16 in.); Grip: 40.7 cm (16 in.); Ricasso: 33.4 cm (13 1/8 in.) |
| Department | Medieval Art |
| Type | Arms and Armor |
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