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Field Ensign

possibly 15th–16th century
On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 379
The surface is engraved with interlocking Arabic inscriptions, Koranic verses, and numbers. One of the inscriptions, "Help from God and early victory," suggests the use of this ensign in a military context.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Field Ensign
  • Date: possibly 15th–16th century
  • Culture: possibly Turkish
  • Medium: Steel
  • Dimensions: L. 14 3/4 in. (37.47 cm); W. 6 1/8 in. (15.6 cm)
  • Classification: Shafted Weapons
  • Credit Line: Gift of William H. Riggs, 1913
  • Object Number: 14.25.466
  • Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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