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Halberd for the Bodyguard of Emperor Mattias

A work made of steel, iron, gilding, brass, and beechwood.
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  • A work made of steel, iron, gilding, brass, and beechwood.

Date:

1612

Artist:

Austrian

About this artwork

Status

On View, Gallery 239

Department

Applied Arts of Europe

Title

Halberd for the Bodyguard of Emperor Mattias

Place

Austria (Object made in:)

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Made 1612

Medium

Steel, iron, gilding, brass, and beechwood

Dimensions

H.: 185.4 cm (73 in.); Blade with Socket: H.: 58.2 cm (22 3/4 in.)

Credit Line

George F. Harding Collection

Reference Number

1982.2352

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