Halberd of Emperor Matthias (reigned 1612–19)

dated 1612

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 371

This halberd is signed with the initials BS and HRM, perhaps of the decorators. It was carried by the State Guard of Matthias, Holy Roman Emperor (1612–19).

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Title: Halberd of Emperor Matthias (reigned 1612–19)
Date: dated 1612
Culture: German
Medium: Steel, wood
Dimensions: L. 93 in. (236.22 cm); L. of head 25 3/8 in. (64.44 cm); W. 11 3/8 in. (28.88 cm); Wt. 6 lb. 13 oz. (3090 g)
Classification: Shafted Weapons
Credit Line: Gift of William H. Riggs, 1913
Object Number: 14.25.387
Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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