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The spirally channeled surfaces and elegant foliate finials on the guards typify the flamboyant Rococo style. The small proportions suggest the sword was made for a young man. Although not hallmarked, this exquisitely detailed gold hilt is probably of either German or Dutch manufacture.
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Title: Smallsword
Date: ca. 1750–60
Culture: German or Dutch
Medium: Gold, steel
Dimensions: L. 36 3/8 in. (92.5 cm); L. of blade 30 3/4 in. (78.2 cm); W. 3 1/4 in. (8.3 cm); D. 3 7/16 in. (8.7 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 0.4 oz. (464.9 cm)
Classification: Swords
Credit Line: Gift of Peter Finer, 2004
Object Number: 2004.525
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