Sword Belt

German, possibly Saxon

late 16th century

Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information

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Provenance

Title: Sword Belt
Date: late 16th century
Geography: possibly Saxon
Culture: German, possibly Saxon
Medium: Leather, steel
Classification: Swords-Accessories
Credit Line: Gift of William H. Riggs, 1913
Object Number: 14.25.1223
Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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