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Rapier of Prince-Elector Christian II of Saxony, dated 1606
Israel Schuech (Dresden, active 1590–1610), Fourbisseur; Juan Martinez (Toledo, Spain), Bladesmith
German (Dresden)
Steel, bronze, jewels, gold, enamel; L. overall 48 in. (121.92 cm) L. of blade 41 1/4 in. (104.78 cm) Wt. 3 lb. 4 oz. (1474 gm)
Fletcher Fund, 1970 (1970.77)
This hilt is the only recorded work of the Dresden sword-cutler Israel Schuech. The decoration of strapwork and allegorical figures, set with paste jewels and formerly enameled, parallels contemporary goldsmiths' work at the opulent Saxon court.
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